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I started watching BL for Shatner. I was extremely pleased with a pseudo Star Trek reunion with the addition of Rene Ajeurbonois as a recurring then a regular cast member. I was also surprised at how much i liked both Betty White and Candace Bergen, the made them selves vital again as actresses. While im sorry to see a lot of the eye candy go, i really didn't watch this show for that. And lets not forget the always amazing James Spader.
Thank you for providing a terrific website on the most creative, intellectual, and sexiest show, which happens to be one of my favorite programs. This show has been unfortunately been in limbo for so long, but finally we will have justice on the 20th of September!
I really wish that German tv will show it soon. So sad :((
I just wanted to say how much i love Boston Legal, I'm in Australia and it has just started and being a HUGE fan of James Spader and the character of Alan Shore i think this is a seamless progression from the Practice (which i never watched until James came along, which made the show in my view :P). I love Denny, so cute! Thanks again! P.S In Australia we're up to the third ep and i cant wait for the 'tree trunk' fight with James in it im like :o hurry up Australia! I hope that it gets more ratings and doesn't end up in the aforementioned 'limbo' :S TA!
You lucky guys in America and Australia. I just had a chat with Fox yesterday about a release on TV in Germany. They confirmed that BOSTON LEGAL has not yet been sold to a German Network. Those damn bastards. They told Fox that legal dramas doesnt work here.
Well Christian you are not the only one to be disappointed: there is no indication whatsoever that it is going to be aired in France either....And even if it were ever aired it would be overdubbed.... What a joke! Would miss that famous and beloved sensual voice!
Chritian, Christel...
Your misfortune serves to make me resolve to be more appreciative that we have twenty-seven more hours of quirky dialog, ripped from the headlines social commentary and Brad (well, ok - Alan, Denny, Paul and Schmidt, too) beginning in 90 days. I'm grateful to ABC, too, and will try to be more tolerant of their scheduling and promotions depts. And Christian and Christel? Might I suggest moving to the U.S. for the duration of season two? You can stay here with me. Tuesdays will be wild.
Wow, what a shame for those of you in several european countries. I was never a fan of overdubbing, i find subtitles (even on my too small tv) to be much better. William Shatner voiced by some random french guy? SACRE BLEU! Anyway, one can only hope a dvd release is imminent at some point. I wont mention other "alternative" means of watching the show.
in brazil they have stopped running the show! first they moved it from fridat to wednesday, and now they play North shore instead!
i've been trying to watch the scenes available on this web page, but for some reason i can only hear them, not watch them? why is that and what can i do to watch them?
does anyone know if lime wire has the episodes?
thanks!
Cecilia it seems you have not all codecs installed on your computer. Install the Kazaa Lite codec pack from here: http://home.hccnet.nl/h.edskes/m...skes/
mirror.htm and it should work.
I am consistently amazed at the seamless transition from "the practice" -- incredible entertainment on its own --- to "boston legal"--- the most clever and entertaining program I've ever seen --- it is the once a week that no matter what my wife and I will not do anything else but be ready to watch --- great cast, great writing, great way to end one week and begin another!!!
David.E.Kelley has done it again,this is a brilliant show.the scrips are great,the actors are brilliat.i can"t wait until the new series starts.well done david keep the good wirk up.
I really love boston legal and would like to see some segment clips of the loose lips episode. Preferably the scene with Rev. Al Sharpton. I've been waiting months to see it. I'd really appreciate it. Thanx.
Timothee - guilty of negligence. Restitution has been made: two clips from Loose Lips are now on the site. Thanks for your patience and calling me on my delay.
Dana, what happend to the clips for the best Shatner and Bergen episode?
What happened to the clips? They're keeping the bangs out of my eyes at the moment. Open season on Dana. Seriously, work-related injuries. My job's harsh at the moment so, even though my heart pines for Boston Legal, my time is owned by The Job. But you're right - you came through with great Emmy-persuasive words for Shatner and Bergin here and the clips will appear by Independence Day.
OK, I fully understand :-)
hi..this is my first time to write here..I'm from Sweden and I just love BL but the problem is that here in Sweden they only showed 14 episodes and said that this was the last episode..and I knew that it wasn't but I hope that they will send the second season..
Agnesa, TV3 do know the season 1 includes 17 ep’s; it’s stated on their website as well. I, too, have been wondering, why they stopped showing BL when there are only 3 ep’s left. To me this sounds a bit strange. Then I just thought, it might be that they did it because of the Swedish holiday season, when no-one watches telly. On the other hand, there are some programmes with their first airings continuing through the summer, so why not BL. On Monday nights, starting from 4th July, there will be BL reruns on ZTV right after Letterman. Perhaps the remaining ep’s will be aired straight after the reruns in the autumn? Or right before the start of the new season, whenever that’ll then be in Sweden.
okey..thanx.. hope that they will show the three remaining episodes on ztv..
What a wonderful site about a GREAT show! I love the clips, is there some reason you wont let people download them? I would love to have them in my own collection.
Cleao... the site's already dancing on the edge of the legal line. This content is owned by another. Certainly distributing it would be wrong so we employ streaming and digital rights controls. The irony of these legal matters with a show about civil law written and produced by a fine group of attorneys is not lost on anyone. We're here by the grace and good will of the content owners. Anyone remember what happened to the fan sites for The Simpsons and the X-Files? I rest my dubious case. If you want to watch BL in the comfort of your own living room, invest in a vcr. Repeats begin August 9. Home use only, pal.
One of the family's favorite shows.....and then while we are waiting on an episode that the network was promoting.......poof.....it disappeared off the tube.
We were concerned thinking it was another network blunder and they had taken off one of the best hours on the air today.
Glad to hear it will be back.
Will let my college bound daughter the time and date.
I hate german TV. They will bring "Grey´s Anatomy" this fall on the major network Pro7, but still no sign of BOSTON LEGAL
Spader and Shatner nominated again! Can they win again? The competition against both is about half and half. And with BL being on hiatus for so long... Maybe its cuz i dont watch "Lost" but i dont know either of those actors, and Huff hasnt gotten quite the buzz as BL. I could see Shatner winning his second emmy... Spader is up against some stiff competition with Kiefer Sutherland, I think the other three (Hugh Lauri, Ian McShane, and Hank Azaria) are long shots. But there is no one like Spader... or shatner!
goody...goody...goody....another emmy nomination for James and William..way to go guys..all the best, hope ya win.
Jimmy
To admins...
Ever thought of doing a real forum rather than this? Especially when we get first run shows again. I find this medium to be a little sparse in terms of actual conversation... Id be willing to help!
Good thinking, Joshua!
Dana, if you want, I could help you with the Forum, even set it up on my own webspace, so you got the space for the video clips. It would be a perfect combination of our two sites.
Hey, Joshua and Christian...
A forum is a spectacular idea. Conversation, interactivity. I sort of have a polite agreement not to have one, but that was more than a year ago and it may be time to renegotiate. Thanks for the offer of help, too. Does anyone have a preferred 3rd party forum provider? I've set up proboards.com for website clients of mine so I'm groovin' to familiarity.
Dana, i would suggest phpbb or invision power board. it´s easy to setup and handle, only requests a mysql database and php. and best of all: both are free of charge :).
Hey..I don't know about you but don't you think it sucks that "tara" is leaving the show..I do..
sorry, never were a big fan of tara. she only was alans little sextoy, but didnt had any good stories or cases.
The most important part of a forum, is proper moderation balanced with freedom of ideas. If we do start a forum for the show, it will need to be properly moderated but still have great freedom.
Hi! I've seen on amazon.com that you can put your name down on their website in view of the release of Boston Legal on DVD. Is anyone able to confirm that the DVD is due shortly? If it is, it would be perfect for me, lost as I am in France where Boston Legal is not aired.... :-((
Christel... your hope is palatable. I personally haven't heard of any plans for a dvd. Someone at the Yahoo BL forum seemed adamant a release was coming. However, I worked at Amazon and this practice of throwing up a dvd spec page is across the board. It means nothing - except Jeff Bezos drive to gather as many potential customer email addresses as possible. Sure, they'll contact you if it happens... and possibly for other similar dvd's - a sort of 'If you liked that, you'll love this' thing.
Joshua, Christian... OK, a Boston Legal forum will appear here before the Augut 9 repeats begin. You make a great point, Joshua, but it's giving me a stomach ache just imagining a) the drama, arguments and *gasp* political discussions that may erupt, and b) who has the time to be Solomon and keep that balance of freedom and guidance?
Many Thanks Dana for your help. That would be much appreciated! By the way, I was meant to tell you that I really love both websites (BL and jamesspader.org). You are all doing a fantastic job!!! A bientot :-)
love everything about BL, even the title music. Where can i download it, especially for my mobile?
Shakeel! That theme music by Danny Lux grows on you. I know folks felt disconcerted about it for awhile. Now - it means its Attorney Time. An mp3 is here:
http://www.livejournal.com/users...hase/
13462.html
In fact, there are a lot of 'theme songs' in Brad's Journal if you browse through them.
To quote DEK:
“will see the emergence of Mark Valley's character a little bit more this year — hopefully, a lot more… Mark is very funny. We did not take advantage of that enough last year.”
It's about time. Did they finally watch a few episodes of Keen Eddie?
Ah, Keen Eddie. Best show ever. Period.
However, does Kelley's wording ("...take advantage of...") make you think of elves? It's been said before, but bears repeating: the ethical one should win a wager now and then. And, for goodness sake, kiss someone.
As TV Guide's Ask Matt said: "...a character intended to balance the wackiness of Denny Crane and Alan Shore was almost always shown up, even humiliated, every time he stood up to these lunatics..."
do you guys provide wall paper?
Um... let me think.
No.
you know i meant boston legal wall paper, right?
do you know where i can get it?
Indeed I did know. I'm not aware of other sites that have wallpaper. Here is one I can offer, which I use as background for my blog:
Denny and Brad
"Black Widow"
[1152x768]
[Photo Credit: 2005 ABC, Inc. Carin Baer; March 18, 2005]
Please do not further distribute or sell this photo. It is the property of ABC, not mine to offer.
Im a later comer to BL but what a pleasant surprise to find a series full of wit, humour and the girls a great to. Shatner deserves the accolades, I just witnessed Denny and Alan sitting together with cigars in their ear. Im still laughing...
i can't believe that channel seven dumped this show. i watch(ed) ONE tv show a week, and this was it. now it's gone. thanks channel 7, idiots. it'll be back, on the summer holidays, or so they say. yesssss, only 4 months to go. morons
I don't always get to watch that much TV, but when it is something David Kelly does, I know it will be good. Much to my surprise, my favorite actor James Spader is right in the center of the show. Now I will never miss an episode.
I feel that James Spader is an exotic mystery to his public and a rare orchid that has finally come to a full bloom.
God, this show is GREAT...Iused to watch The Practice but I actually started to do it in it's last season...James Sapder/Alan Shore season. Man, really a terrific show and I hope here in Brazil comes by the next season soon
I'm really bothered about Rhona's out...anyway, forgive my terrible english
candace bergen is killing this..god..you gotta see that
I am thrilled to see Boston Legal back. I'm just an old lady, but I get my kicks watching Shatner in a sexy role again.
Hi Dana!
Just got the exciting news: BOSTON LEGAL starts spring 2006 on the network VOX in Germany. Just great news.
This is such a cool site. Thanks! I watched BL sinced the Practice and have to say this is the best TV series since Batman in the 60's. Im dating myself...but hey.....Denny Crane.
Love,
Rick
Holy frivolous lawsuit, Batman! I mean, Rick! Would you not love a bit of casting that would bring in Julie Newmar aka Catwoman who needs representation because her neighbor is suing her for playing her music too loud and talking smack about him?
What? Oh. OK, I guess. But aren't all good law shows stealing from reality? Ripped from the headlines and all that?
And stand proud, Rick. Batman was my era, too. POW!
Am I the only person who is ticked off about the show last night 8/9/05)? First of all, BL just disappeared on us. It's been forever since it was on, and the word was that, beginning last night, they were going to show the few episodes that were pulled in favor of launching Grey's Anatomy out of nowhere, before starting the new season in Sept. I tuned in last night, and there's an OLD rerun showing. Did I misunderstand the parameters of last night's return? They're going to have to give me a good reason to care about BL, anymore, methinks.
Oh my god, I just rang Channel 7 Australia to find out what happened to Boston Legal. One minute it was there, the next week it wasn't. They said the program was taken off due to poor ratings. How pathetic! The wittiest show on TV in a long time and it's gone until December/January 2006. I'm so tired of CSI Miami/New York, cutting and slicing, cutting and slicing. It's the executives at Channel 7 who need an autopsy - just to find out if their brains are still in tact. Please, give us a break from all the gore and let's have some wit and sexual innuendo! James Spader aka Alan Shore hits the mark every time. I think I need to find an Aloha Hotel immediately.
Pat,
You misunderstood. The plan was always to show 27 eps beginning on the 27th of September... This will allow for some weeks when other shows are in reruns, RATINGS SPIKE! While it might have been good to get a jump on the competition by showing them early, it was always the plan to show repeats starting Aug. 9 to let people find the show in the new timeslot. As for a good reason to keep watching... SHATNER = GOD
I agree, Pat. I never know when BL is going to be on next. It gets very frustrating for me. I've watched and watched for it, only to find Grey's Anatomy to be on. Seems like it's a flip of the coin as to whether I'll get to watch BL that week.
I've watched since the beginning of The Practice, and the show gets better and better. I'm complaining about not knowing when it will be on again, but it's worth the aggrevation. I like the show that much!
Peggy... Just to reiterate what Josh said, it doesn't have to be a hit and miss thing. ABC announced the move to Tuesday way back on May 19, at the 'upfronts'. I've been blabbering about it here on this site every week - "Boston Legal Tuesdays". On April 8, ABC announced Boston Legal wouldn't be back until the Fall. We've been flashing a countdown to the season two premiere date of Sept. 27 for months. And repeats are an excellent idea. They're fun episodes and we do want to warm up before the 27-week marathon. So let go of the aggrevation. You now know: Tuesdays at 10 pm. Appointment TV.
I honestly think James Sprader is one of the best actors I have seen in a long time. When The Practice went off the air I was so dissapointed, but the good news was James Sprader would be playing Allen in Boston Legal. I haven't missed one episode. I hope James will continue with his great talent for many years to come. He is a breath of fresh air!
Thanks, Kaye
please please! can you tell me whos the one who sings at the end on the calling all Taras clips , name on the song at whos the singer!? .. thanks :D
Hi Patricia...
That's "Calling All Angels" by Train. You can watch the music video with Train on their MTV page. I also used "Calling All Angels" in a music video I created from The Practice - "Consideration" - about Tara and Alan, so I've sort of dubbed it their song. It's haunting to me.
This lyric is so Tara:
I need a sign to let me know you're here
All of these lines are being crossed over the atmosphere
And this one is SO Alan:
In a world that what we want is only what we want until it's ours
ohh thank you so much dana! I love that song :D
thank you once again
I have been watching Boston Legal since the first episode. I really only started to watch it because of William shatner. I hope that nothing ever happens to his character and that he will stay with the show through its entire run. The show would totally suck without Denny Crane.
Thank you for the PodCast! Does anyone remember a 1987 movie called 'Mannequin' with James Spader in it? Watch his mannerisms in this movie - He will grab his jacket, pull it forward, and button it JUST as he does in court for BL!! Even his wide open arm motion with the twirl of his hands is identical almost 18 years later!! Regardless -- he is brilliant. I bet that he never knew when he made this bomb of a movie with Kim Cattrall (who is a babe on 'Sex in the City') That these mannerisms would work in this series.
Soy de argentina y quiero saber en que canal puedo ver la serie. estan repitiendo the practice, y no dan la temporada de boston legal. si alguien sabe contesteme gracias.
Sorry to say this, but the first 5 minutes of the new season I was immediately turned off by the foreign languages titles at the bottom of the screen. It was terribly distracting to see that constantly filing across the bottom of the screen like some phantom typewriter, not to mention the way it obscured my view. I'm sure they mean well but what a pain in the ^^^^. Does anyone know how I can get a clean copy of new eipisodes without those titles obscuring the screen? Thanks a bunch.
9-257-2005 Episode. The "Cello-speak" was too way out there even for BL.
What happened with the guy that was supposed to die? Did they end up saving him? I missed the first few minutes and it doesn't say anywhere what happened.
If you're referring to Ezekial Borns from the final ep of season one ("Death Be Not Proud"), he was put to death by lethal injection at the end of the season finale. Implicitly.
Dump Julie Bowen and bring back Monica Potter and her character.
I was a little disappointed with the new cast, this season's first show was not as good.
Oh my gosh... that was hysterically funny... The opening scene to the music of Peter Gun... perfect... the men in black spoof... classic...
Heather Locklear is perfection in that role... but I do miss Lori... she had a certain vulnerability ... but the two junior staff... I can't wait for their antics... Brad Brad Brad... wasn't he just fine?
>Heather Locklear is perfection in that role
Really, I really didn't care much for her either, hope she is gone soon.
The opening was great!
Hooray for Shatner and Spader!But....what happened with the old cast? Boston Legal was hubby and my favorite show last spring. Unearthed this fall and you've lost some really GOOD actors. The whole feel of the show is skewed. Where's the blonde that we loved so well? And....no offense to Julie Bowen, but is she SUPPOSE to be in a constant state of surprised breathlessness? Bad acting? Bad directing? I'm not sure, but as a faithful viewer from episode #1, I'm not happy. The whole feeling of the show is different. It's not Ali McBeal, it's not quirky...it is certainly not early Boston Legal, much the pity. I'm pissed, do you have any idea how hard it is to find a good tv show these days?
I was really disappointed by the spurious attempt to make it appear that the U.S. is a "Christian" country on the first Blackwidow episode. What it really showed was that many of our so-called leaders don't respect the fact that we are a religiously diverse nation and go out of their way to impress upon others their own religious preferences. But in actual fact, Christian church attendance in the U.S. hovers at about 25 percent and much of our nation is either non-christian or couldn't care less. What go into BL's writers that they came up with such a misleading scene? Usually they have shown much more intelligence.
Best actors, best writers, best music, best real, not silly, comedy. Love this show.
What was the song played over the helicopter landing at Nimmo Bay? It sounded alot like They Might Be Giants and it was something like "Love Canada", something along those lines.
Anyone?
I was thinking it was Barenaked Ladies since they're from Canada - but we're both wrong:
The Canada Song by Five Iron Frenzy
"Welcome to Canada. It's the maple leaf state
Canada, O Canada. It's great
The people are nice and they speak French, too
If you don't like it, man, you sniff glue"
http://www.boston-legal.org/3-
ni...immo.shtml#know
The next to the last line of the lyric is:
"Did we say that William Shatner is a native citizen..."
You can listen to it at the end credits of the video clip I call "The Spooning Incident".
How dare Boston Legal make jest of one of the deadliest and most horrific diseases known to man kind. My family is extremely offended that writers, producers, cast, directors and crew find "MAD COW DISEASE" to be humerous. If William Shatner is going to say he has mad cow disease then at least do the victims of this evil the justice of acting like someone whose brain is being turned into a sponge, choke on your saliva because your gag reflex is gone and you can't swallow, show your limbs moving uncontrollably in the air, jump out of your skin because you are hallucinating. Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease KILLED MY 25 YEAR OLD NIECE.
Very happy this site exists, although, weren't there plans to create an actual forum? Would love to see that.
Finding Nimmo was the best hour of television I've seen maybe ever, and I don't know what to say about William Shatner and James Spader that hasn't already been said. They take my breath away week in and week out. I'm just constantly amazed by their chemistry.
It's a tv show and great one at that, loosen up. Go back to watching Desperate Housewives were they poortray half their characters as sluts.
This is a well-written and well-performed show. Couldn't it be just as good without the Shatner "mad cow" comments? I watched my active, intelligent husband die of the human form of mad cow: Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease. It is many things. One of them is not funny.
Lest you think I'm too sensitive, would you be amused by a joke about the disease that took one of your loved ones?
Perhaps the writers could actually use this show to inform. The beef industry has made it clear that they do not want mentions of the real disease. Why not take that on as a project and keep up the excellent work?
Well some people are going to be offended by anything. I am an animal lover what if I said I was offended that Spader said he found a love for a fish but if it was another animal (I think he said like a Kangaroo) he might not care as much.
Or what if I said Spader and Shatner in bed together was in ain inadverent way to condone homosexuality?
Or what if I said Spader's comment about teething on Tara's breast was offensive to women, etc
Get my point. If you are offended by "Mad Cow" then where does it stop. I mean you couldn't do a single story about anything!
What about the episode on the death penality in Texas from last season? If you lived in Texas and was overly sensitive that could offend you.
How about all the old jokes Candice Bergen made about Betty White. My grandmother is getting older, so I could claim that was inappropriate.
This country has gotten ridiculous and if anyone can't see that then I suggest you watch PBS.
Lets start a campaign to bring the show back to Sunday night. It was a perfect lineup with Desperate Housewives and Boston Legal - the perfect TV night.
What are they thinking?
Lets start a campaign to bring Boston Legal back to Sunday night. Iit was a perfect TV night - a great follow up to Desperate Housewives....what are they thinking? Lets get it back on Sunday.
"What the hell is going on?", was the repeated phrase to help degrade gun owners and the NRA. Next time try the facts and the truth next time. The truth, there was NO support to reinstate the weapons ban becuase it did no good for 10 yrs. The truth, there are more guns than cars, yet there are twice as many deaths 'by cars' than guns, but no one is trying to ban those darn cars. 'what the hell is going on??????'
It may have been a perfect Sunday Night lineup to us but a campaign will do no good. Grey's Anatomy had much stronger ratings on Sunday Nights than Boston Legal which is a great show.
I watched Boston Legal for the first time this week. I was shocked and horrifed. Your writers think William Shatner having mad cow is humor. How insensative. My husband died of Cruetzfeldt-Jakob Disease 11 months ago. This is a very horrible, devestating, 100% fatal disease.
Our government and the beef industry are covering up the risk and prevelance of BSE (mad cow) in this country. Is the beef industry paying you to make a mockery of mad cow.
When are you going to show what TSEs really do to the body and mind. How soon until he can't walk, can't talk, can't feed himself. Are you going to show the paranoia and hallucinations. This disease robs the victim of everything that makes us human. All normally happening within 6 months, often within weeks.
My husband, the families that suffer daily and all the families in Great Britain that really suffered from CJD and nvCJD do not appreciate your sense of humor. Awareness is needed for mad cow and CJD but you are going about it all wrong
Beth,
I'm sorry for your loss. Nothing on "Boston Legal" should be taken too seriously or out of context. It's a TV show - a comedy - meant to entertain. The show makes fun of itself. Let me also say that I may have felt differently about this issue had it affected me personally.
Absolutely love the show. Number one pick! Spader, Shatner, Candice are wonderful. Really miss it when interrupted by something else. Also miss La Law... as Betty White use to say! So refreshing and entertaining. Pls. don't stop!
This show has gone down hill fast. Used to be intelligent, in touch with the issues of the day, sometimes serious, sometimes funny, always articulate. Spaker's courtroom arguments were terrific. Now it's just a sad attempt to be different and popular. The overuse of costumes, Spader's song and dance last night, the woman in court who "testified" with a cello. I suppose the writers and producers think that turning the show into a three-ring circus is better for the ratings than a quality humor-laced drama. I hope they're wrong, and I hope they learn they're wrong before the ratings sink to unsustainable.
I loved last night's episode. I think it was proof that this show doesn't need goofy costumes or musical numbers (yeah, Alan did the Music Man thing in the restaurant, but I'm trying to put that out of my mind) in order to be good. This episode moved me to tears (when Denise's client began to cry after winning the settlement) and had me laughing out loud (when Shatner called Lori “chubby.”) Appalling and tasteless as that comment was, he delivered it so innocently that you couldn't hate him for it, and it became clear that he honestly doesn't know when he's hurting people. (And it was great to see Lori again. I hope she continues to make appearances).
My favorite line was when Alan said something to the effect of "You women are lucky. You just get more beautiful with age, while we men get fat and less desirable." (But the truth is, James Spader will ALWAYS be desirable).
I'm also getting used to Tara being gone. It seemed like Alan was getting too comfortable and content with that relationship, but I think we all knew it couldn't last. Alan is self destructive, and sure enough, in the end he did nothing to fight for her or save the relationship. He would rather let it die than to admit to her how much he cared. Sad as it is, his pathos and self destructive tendencies are what make the character so intriguing, and watching him struggle with this loss has been one of the most interesting plot lines of the season.
Anyway, I really hope the show continues to move in this direction – darkly funny, yet emotionally charged with intelligent social commentary.
My name is Robert Belzung and I thought that it would be great if the show "Boston Legal" could have an episode in Cheers! I would hope that you could make a set up like the Cheers set. If you think this is a good idea and decide to use my idea, perhaps I could be a stand in. My phone # is 479-254-0513, or you may e-mail me at www.rabelzu@yahoo.com
Have been an instant fan since "Finding Nimmo". Cannot wait for the DVD's of season 1 to be available. The chemistry of the show is superb as I'm most certain the "tea" and mellowness of the veranda cigars are. Cheers and continued success to cast and crew!
11/1/05 David E. Kelley is a genius! The cast of Boston Legal, the timing, the intelligently crafted script & material is timely & entertaining. Whether it be comical or serious drama, it's a mastermind of current events. Thanks to James Spader's for delivering a message to the public & our government on a very real issue, the horrific war in Iraq & the senseless loss of our young men & women...bravely & well said! Bonnie Ambrosia, Colts Neck, N.J.
What a great show tonight! (11/01/05)
I was moved by the reality of both sides of the war being portrayed. I grew up during the Vietnam War and watched the fighting every night on tv. Now, the government won't even allow us to see the war casualties come home for the last time. You hit the nail on the head--we are not emotionally in touch with this war and as Denny said so clearly..."if your not with us, you're against us..." not allowing a different point of view. I wonder if anyone in the White House was watching??? Keep up the good work.
Thank you David E. Kelley and cast for so eloquently stating my feelings about this illegal wasteful war - I just don't understand why everyone is not screaming - what is wrong with people - I just don't understand how people can standby and watch our young people perish in a neverending conflict - a lie -
I have not watched TV in years, but happen to be home and watch tonights episode, was I just lucky to see this or did TV really get THIS good? I don't know the dude's name, but the lawyer who made that closing arguement for the girl! WOW! What he said about Terry Shaivo and Brad and Angelina, I literally had a tear! I was so happy to be hearing that on TV because he was soo right!
Excellent work!
My husband is serving his second year long rotation in Iraq. The Nov. 1st show was absolutely on the mark.We do not see much in the media anymore.
"we don't watch, we don't get angry".
One would have to ask if that is exactly how they want it. The war, right ot wrong, needs to talked about...so we do not forget that soldiers are dying daily over there.
The American population as a whole needs to get "outraged" so we do not repeat history with another Vietnam.
Thank you
I wish to thank the people of BL for airing an episode of current controversy...the war in Iraq. The press is ignoring most of this even though their job is in part to be a watchdog for the citizens. It takes a TV show with brave people running it to stand up, open the doors, and let in some light...Thank You!
Life in the USA has become much too cheap...both in benefits and concern!
Viet Nam Vet that hates to see it happen again!
Last Night's episode (11-1-05) was the worst TV show I have seen in years. The anti-war dialog showed the true agenda of the writers and producers. Boston Legal was one of the few shows we enjoyed watching and were disappointed when it was switched from Sunday to Tuesday. Now that we will never watch another episode, that schedule change becomes moot. The other episode about the Halloween celebration was almost as lame as the anti-war fiasco. Good bye Boston Legal and our support of your sponsers. Sharon & Bill Amann
If i want the news or political comentary, I'll watch the news or political talk shows. I don't watch prime time TV to hear some network writer/producers/actor/etc. views on international policy and politics.
Let's keep entertainment TV just that, entertaining. This episode crossed the line from entertainment to political soap box. I guess we all know how the show's producers feel about the war, and I know how I feel about what station I'll not be tuned into on Tues. at 10pm.
Ditto!
In reference to the couple of comments above mine, you just proved the point of last nights show! You just don't want to hear anything about that, why would you want to know about the thousands that are dying for no reason when you can just sit around and watch TV, I bet anything you know exactly what's going on with Brad and Angelina! That's selfish and ignorant, people think being anti-war is being anti- american, the only anti-americans are the one's who don't give a damn about who is dying and don't do anything to stop it or speak up! Look at that, a TV show shows points of view on one of the most serious things going on in history, and for THAT you will never watch it again, you are what is wrong with this country!! Again... great job BL!!
I am disgusted with your theme last night. It once again brings back that Hollywood is "the liberal" place to be. I had enjoyed your cast and show for a while, following your changing time slots, but I am gone. Sorry, your show has lost one viewer...
Last night was the finest moment in the history of the show. They basically said what most Americans believe. Bravo!
Its too bad that the producers of Boston Legal and ABC TV found it necessary to editoralize during what I believe was one of the most entertaining shows on TV. When I want editorial comment I'll turn to the proper venue. I do not believe that TV shows which proport to entertain should be used to project the political opinions of their producers and writers. As a result you have lost a loyal viewer to Boston Legal.
watched 'witches of mass destruction"(i'm a faithful viewer, as i was of "the practice") and, as usual, they didn't accurately portray the wiccan view. when the judge proclaimed hallowe'en to be secular, the wiccan couple should have explained that samhain(the origin of hallowe'en)is indeed a religious holiday, the wiccan new year. please do the research!!!
I was, as a lot of people apparently were, outraged by last night's show. BL is outrageous and this episode may be more "reality" TV that most viewers are ready for. Don't let the naysayers intimidate you.
sorry but i have to comment again in reference to what people are posting.... In my opinion, I will admit that it was pretty clear what side this show is on, however, that was NOT the point! The point was the right to practice free speech, the point was exactly what a lot of people are doing right now, they are turning their back on something very serious that is happening, perhaps these people believe "out of sight out of mind" if you don't know what is happening, then these soldiers are not really dieing?? If you supposedly love this show so much and are entertained by it every week, why turn your back on it just because they expressed a serious issue in one episode that you just happen to not agree with? There were people in the episode who were clearly for the war, I don't think any liberal or any anti- war person will stop watching the show because Willaim Shatners character is pro-war! Are you people that much in denial about what is going on over there? You probably still think that 911 and Sadam are connected, you probably still believe that there are WMD's even though Bush admitted he was wrong about that! Sigh!! I wish more Americans will wake up, and realize that this country is completely falling apart!
Love the show, usually. Denny and Alan are the best. However,after this past Tuesday's poorly reasoned and poorly written anti-war gibberish, I doubt that I'll be able to get my wife to watch it again. Boy, was she pissed.
Politics aside, it still sucked, except for the flamingo suits and the oblique and timely reference to Prince Charles and his horse. Get back on task, folks.
Can anyone tell me what Ryan Michelle Bathe's character, Sara Holt, said at the end of this week's episode?
And who was she supposed to be at the costume party?
Nancy... in answer:
Sara: "I give you my word. I'm not trying to be disrespectful. I just want to feel... hot." [She was referencing Brad's earlier expression of concern: "When you disrespect our soldiers, you disrespect me. I don't like it." Sara was dressed as Condoleeza Rice, which will be a theme in next weeks "Truly, Madly, Deeply".
Shirley and Paul were dressed as Camilla and Prince Charles.
Terrific episode. Hopefully it will inspire many to get off their butts and speak up. Write to your congressmen and quit ignoring this senseless atrocity of a war. It amazes me that people are pro-war - even when our children are being killed under false pretenses. Has anyone found the WMD's yet? Does anyone have the text of Alan's closing speech?
First off, this is a fictional T.V. show... that's it. Everyone needs to keep that in perspective.
Bill... the full text is here:
http://www.boston-legal.org/6-
wi....shtml#dialogue
And the episodes full transcript is here:
http://www.boston-legal.org/scri...ipt/
BL02x06.pdf
[excerpt]
Alan Shore: First. This is hardly about anti-war sentiments. Private Elliot was for the war. Personally I was against it, then I was for it then I was against it again, but that’s just me, I’m a flip flopper...
In "Witches of Mass Destruction" (Season 2, Episode 6 - OCT 25, 2005) an unnamed U.S. Army officer sits at the U.S. Attorney Chris Randolf's defense table. This officer is a distinguished white-haired gentleman about 58 years old. That said, what the heck is he doing wearing Captain's bars on his uniform? Is he the world's oldest U.S. Army captain? What happened at the promotions board?
Now, I know this is only a fictional TV drama/comedy, but come on folks, how about a reasonable modicum of accuracy. This officer should be wearing a colonel's bird or a general's stars - or have been retired out. Or do we really have 58 year old captains in the new Bush/Cheny/Rumsfeld army ?
To Chris who posted on 11/1/05 - I have information where you can get Season 1 of Boston Legal on DVD. I purchased mine in July and received them in just over a week. I found on the internet. It is tv_rapido@ozemail.com.au
information was through PayPal. It comes in 3 DVD's and has episodes 1 thru 17. Very good quality. Just to let you know.
To the Pro and Cons of Tues. show.
Yes, this is fictional tv.... or so it should be. This is NOT reality TV. The problem comes when fictional TV tries to take on real issues, like the war in Iraq. Generally NOT a good idea!! I watch entertainment TV for ENTERTAINMENT, I watch the NEWS for the NEWS!!! I keep up to date on politics and world events in an effort to form my own educated opinions. I beieve in freedom of speech and the other freedoms granted us and protected for us in the Bill of Rights. I don't agree with fictional TV taking on one sided poorly protrayed political issues. Leave the NEWS to the NEWS. I feel deeply for everyone of our soldiers and their families who have suffered injury and death in Iraq. Serving your country is the greatest gift you can give. God Bless all our troops and leaders, let's all hope everyone is home soon.
I will be expressing my freedom of speech and choice by NOT continuing to watch this particular fictional TV show and it's poor and inappropriate protrayal of current NEWS events.
I will continue to read my paper and watch network news (not usually ABC) to keep up on world events and I will look for entertainment elsewhere.
Boston Legal is always going to tackle current events... and those who express their displeasure or are shocked by the David E Kelley's message - shouldn't be. Have you seen the show before? Did you see the previews for this episode?
every single person who has watched this show regularly and decided to not watch it anymore because of this episode is the most un- patriotic, anti- american person who I guess really don't care about the soldiers. But hey, this is whats great about this country , you are free to have an opinion and state it on here, I hate what is happening, but I love that I can express it here, or anywhere I want! That's one of the few beauties left in the US. We should ALWAYS be aware of what is happening, not matter where you are, no matter what you are doing, because people are dying, and the men and women fighting over there, they do not have the option of tuning it out like most of you chose to do, they are there and don't get to just turn on a TV program and ignore what is happening! These are real people, and they are dying, and if you want to call yourself American, you need to care, not just when you turn on the news, but ALWAYS!!
Hm. It seems that to many, those of us who don't like a one-sided political commentary "just don't care," and "need to wake up."
I'm awake, believe me. But if you are a writer who is going to tackle a political issue, and then write about in a show that airs all over the country (not just in Manhattan and LA), it might behoove you to actually look at both sides of that issue.
Just a thought. If the television industry wants to self-destruct, far be it from me to intervene.
It's just a shame. Boston Legal is a good show when it isn't ridiculing conservatives, libertarians, or anyone who is even faintly pro-war.
I'd like to continue to watch it. But I will not if it turns into a left-wing political screed.
It is the entertainment industry that needs to wake up--not supporters of the war.
Forgive me for my point of view as a German. As you may know: Germany was against the war from the start. And as it turns out, we were right. Look what your government got you into it. Vietnam happens all over again. One would thing the American government have learned their lessions, but it doesnt looks like it.
I congratulated David E. Kelley for his courage to bring his kind of view on the screen or better, let the authors of this episode speak their minds.
There is never just one single arguement for pro war. Sorry.
DO THESE COMMENTS GET TO THE SHOWS WRITERS AND ACTORS AND ETC????
tHIS IS SHALLOW BUT i'VE BEEN WATCHING JAMES SPADER FOR YEARS AND ENJOYING HIS ACTING AND HIS GOOD LOOKS---BUT THAT AWLFUL '''HAIRCUT''' DOES ABSOLUTELY NOTHING FOR HIM. IS IT PART OF THE CHARACTER??? i don't enjoy looking at him without his longer wisps of hair!!!! I'D LIKE HIM TO CHANGE IT.
THANKS, Lori
I would love to see "Ally Mc Beal" guest star in an episode. To me, in a sweeps week it would be a cinch to get top ratings.
Ally / Alan
Flaminga / Flamingo
Feminine / Masculine
The idea of Ally flustered and flailing over some deliberate Alan Shore innuendo ["lll-esbian"] would be great TV.
I doubt Spader gives a rat's rearend whether or not you like how he is currently wearing his hair. Grow up.
Christian:
The war in Iraq bears no resemblence to Vietnam. After all:
1) The casualty rate--both military and civilian--is much lower. In order for it to approach the casualty figures of Vietnam, we'd have to be there for decades and decades.
2) Our military has a much freer hand now vs. in Vietnam, when President Johnson was micromanaging the war.
3) We've essentially been successful in installing a democracy there. There have been two elections, one of which ratified a constitution for that nation that satisfied all the major religious factions.
But we've had practice. After all, that's what we did in part of your country--and in Japan--after WWII.
I love Boston Legal. I began watching The Practice when I heard James Spader would be on as Alan Shore. Then you cast William Shatner as Denny Crane. I had a strong sence that this would result in a new program, and I'm really glad that happened.
There are many good shows on TV. Law & Order (all), CSI (all), and Without a Trace to name a few. To get and keep an audience is a real challenge.
But the writers just love Alan Shore and Denny Crane, and Jim and Bill love playing them. Boston Legal has some of the best writing, acting, and some incredibly innovative and unpredictable story lines. Between the fine lines of law, the serious subjects, the silly subjects, and the many well fleshed out characters, it's just the best. I affectionately call it the Jimmy and Billy show.
Keep up the good work, and writers: keep loving your characters! I look forward to a long run for Boston Legal.
I love Boston Legal too. When will be in Spain? Do you know this information? Thank you.
Being a Canadian, I think I have a perspective that may be less biased when it comes to talking about the war in Iraq. In this recent episode "Witches of Mass Destruction" I think that the case against the government was a launching platform for discussion on the war. Alan Shore's flip flop answer in my mind sums up so many of the feelings that Americans are having about the involvement in Iraq. Do I agree with the war....no. Do I support the troops....OF COURSE. One can not agree with the war but be behind the troops. I think this episode provokes discussion on the topic, and to make a statement like, I am never watching this show again, does not voice your opinion...just shows how close-minded you are to your opinion. What type of country would this be if we did not change with the times and adapt our thinking. We would still own slaves and women would not be able to vote....
Food for thought.....indeed.
Snoopy
As a German I´m wondering why some people in these postes were so upset about some political issues in B.L."Witches and Mass Destruction" . Just because of these few critical words against the Iraq war ?! You argue, for politics you only want to watch the news?
Well, if you are consequent in this point, you also have to sign protests against "J.A.G.". J.A.G is a law-series which is pro-military and intentionally pro-war and because of this of course absolutely political! In every ep! Just two weeks ago I saw a J.A.G.-ep dealing with Guantanamo Bay and torturing on the German T.V.-channel. So don´t accuse B.L. for being political, other american series with the opposite point of view did that with the same intend before!
By the way...Have you ever discussed how many young Americans signed up for the army for a part because of the decent military-attorneys and their pretty white uniforms in "J.A.G."?
I really look forward the day B.L. starts in Germany finally! Thanks,
Sonja
Hi,
In Season 1 Episode 6 "Truth Be Told" Denny, Alan and mayor Jack Fleming speak in foreign language at different occasions, could anyone please post what it means in English?
Thanks!
@ Attila Girl :
1) So what you are saying is the following: The war in Iraq is OK because there are not that many dead people as in Vietnam? Pretty lame arguement.
2) We did all see where this "free hand" was getting us: torture in prisons.
3) Successful? Really? Where, when? People are still dieing over there every day, even some defenders of Saddam are killed and ministers of the new govermment also. I can see no progress
Boston Legal has deteriorated from brilliant writing and intriguing plot lines to being silly and preposterous. Daniel Shore’s character has lost the edge of a smart attorney who used “unusual” means to defend his clients, and the all-powerful, fun, but justifiably awesome Denny Crane is now pathetic, – and since he seems to have a mental problem – it’s painful to watch – hardly entertaining! Please bring back the original quality, Mr. Kelley. This program was truly so outstanding, I couldn’t wait to see it. Now, I can hardly bear to watch!
LOST, Desperate Housewives, and Boston Legal. The 3 heavy hitters for ABC. Never miss an episode.
Love, love, love Boston Legal. I'm always telling family and friends to watch. Watching Truly, Madly, Deeply right now. Just love the way the writers throw in the wry humor throughout each episode along with teaching us laymen a bit about the law. This show reminds me soooo much of one of my favorite shows from the past: "Northern Exposure" Denny Crane is Maurice Minnifield.
BOSTON LEGAL ROCKS!!!!!!
"DENNY CRANE"
"Truly, Madly, Deeply" was excellent! The writers captured the humor we find in real life. Congratulations for a great TV series, Boston Legal. Give my love to Lawrence Broch.
Dana,
I am a HUGE fan of the show and this website (and I'm only 23-for those who say the 18-49 age range is nonexistant for the show). In fact, I visit this website nearly every day.
I know you usually do this anyway, but I would like to give you an extra reminder to post the preview for next week's episode on this site. I am asking this because, here in New York City, ABC cut away from the preview early so Eyewitness News can get a heads-up on the 11 o'clock news election coverage. Hopefully, the ABC affiliate in Seattle will be more kind to their viewers.
Thanks a lot and keep up the good work with this website. I look forward to posting on here again soon.
I'm an OF(old fart) and I am congratulating all those responsible for bringing Boston Legal to my T V screen. In my opinion it is one of the few superior quality programs available in the barren wasteland. PLEASE KEEP UP THE EXCELLENT WORK. Thank you so much.
Joe R
I have to agree the show has gone from cutting edge sharp and funny to too far out and stupid. A man having an affair with a cow???? Your shock humor and political agenda are too transparent. Hope you enjoyed the great success early in the first season because you are loosing viewers. If you dont fix it you will experience the same demise as Spader and Shattners last series. See ya!!!!
I agree the show has become a bit far-fetched (ie. Denny Crane shooting a client and not receiving any punishment), but having said that I still enjoy the program and look forward to it every week. The political slant can be tough to take, but remember folks this is entertainment.
I love Boston Legal. It's pretty much the only thing I watch. Spader and Shatner are phenomenal. But this whole "liberal bias" issue is ridiculous. With mainstream media everything has to be a "red" issue, or a "blue" one, doesn't it? There are more than two colors in the
spectrum. Hopefully Alan's speech at least got some people thinking about how horrific this "War On Terror" really has become. I'm surprised David E. Kelley was allowed to get away with that much, and I applaud him and ABC for it.
I can't believe some of the calls played on the most recent podcast... Dana, you've got nerves of steel. Thank you for the great site and the awesome podcast.
The writers personal opinions/politics are being,expressed on the program,which is doing irreparable damage to it, unfortunately. I have written to each of its advertisers expressing my/our dismay to their extremely poor taste. One more diatribe like the Nov.8th show and we'll say 'by-by', because their (writers) thoughts are not entertaining. Tom
Guys, it's just a tv show. If you dont like the content of the show, then pls move on to another programm what is more entertaining to you. But noone on this page or ANYWHERE ELSE are interested that a single person will no longer watch the show.
Nation's #1 clown... I had a hunch but after listening to the podcast I thought that I already knew it!
Please visit: www.dubyaspeak.com
Nice job handling the Alzheimer issue in and out of court. Lawyers do what lawyers do - right or wrong as Shirley so knowingly portrayed in tonight's episode. As for Alan's night terrors - well - good luck!
Best line of the night goes to Alan Shore - "you may be immune from my sexual advances, but I have had fantasies about the Michelin Man." He is -- a weird man, but I look forward to every Tuesday evening to, in a even stranger presonal way, have a visit with him. Happy Holidays to cast and crew!
Loved the first series so much we had to find Series 8 of the Practice just to get more Denny & SHore time only to find it is actually at least as good. Suddenly realised that BL S2 is missing stories that arc across more than 1 episode. Hope this is due to rediting to insert new characters and that we'll get into some cliff hanging can't wait until nxt week stories now we're really into S2. For example where is blinky & her case against JTK oops I mean Denny!
Spreading the word in central EU!
Where is the "Ass Fat Jungle" podcast? Did something go wrong? I'm just wondering, is all.
BTW, I loved Ass fat jungle. I'm glad we get to see a more vulnerable side of Alan. I knew somehow his assistant was going to flake on him. But bless Denny's heart for filling in for her, he's a great friend to Alan.
Bridget - awww, you want the podcast for "*** Fat Jungle"! Finally, at long last, overdue... it is now available:
http://www.boston-legal.org/podc...g/
podcast.shtml
And something new: I'm experimenting by exposing everything. Well, um... I'm exposing my SHOW NOTES. See, it's not as off the cuff as it may at first appear:
http://www.boston-legal.org/8-
ju...shownotes.shtml
May include past and future show notes if you like to see them. Consider it table of content-esque.
Hey Dana... love the podcasts - just curious, have any of the cast/crew contacted you about this great fan site (i.e. the podcasts, site in general). I was just curious! Thanks.
Thank you, Andrew, for the generous words. I always have said that paying in praise is as good as dollars.
Regarding actual words coming from anyone at DEK Productions, regretfully its been pretty quiet. But, by nature, I don't bother them. They know of the site. I do my thing. I'm patient.
A few people from ABC have been very complimentary about the podcast. I talked by phone to one, who works with the official "Lost" podcast. The first words out of her mouth were "I listened to your podcast and... I WAS SHOCKED." (I was thinking 'uh oh'). She said it was "a professionally done program and sounded very good." Even now that makes me grin. Gold.
I know I'm two weeks late, but I just wanted to add my praise for "Ass Fat Jungle." I think it was the best episode of the series to date.
Of course, I usually feel that a story featuring Denny and Shirley trying a case together is strong, but this one soared over the rest.
Love the show, but I wish they would
stop preempting it !
Watched the first episode with Candice Bergman.(In Australia) She is still on the same sappy soap box as she was with Murphy Brown. William Shatner looks like a dithering idiot. This show was brilliant and now it is pitiful. I will try one more and if it is more of the same, I am gone.
Good Jake, be gone please. We dont need people like you!
Dana,
Thanks for the info on The Practice airing on Fx..I am enjoying the program (I have never seen it) and it's helping me through the doughts between new episodes.
Great site! Dana, ABC has new info from their calendar for the week of Dec 26th.
Boston Legal will air repeats of "The Black Widow" and "Schadenfreude" from 9-11 PM on Tuesday, December 27th. There's no episode on the 20th... so I'm guessing new shows will resume the following yr! Happy holidays everyone :)
Doesn't look like BL will air on Jan 3rd either, that's the night of the Orange Bowl.
For those interested check out iTunes, Shatner has a celebrity playlist out.
Aimee... Oh, that's interesting news. I will go find Shatner's list. Ha - is it all his songs? I seem to remember him talking about having someone on the crew load his iPod for him and he was amazed at the clarity and brilliance of the Beatles White Album.
And thanks, too, for cluing me in on the Orange Bowl. Man, I want to drop kick that programming to another night. Oh, well.
Speaking of scheduling, thanks, Bethanny, for alerting me to the 12/27 repeats. It's in our Calendar now. You guys are so good!
What the heck happened to the ratings? Ugh.... not good!
actually, considering BL went head to head with the Victoria Secrets special, I'd say those numbers are more than decent
Dana, I checked out your "Gone" page and the "cat snatching the finger" WAS similar to a very funny and gross scene in Keen Eddie. Thanks for posting that sequence. I LMAO!!!
We love Boston Legal and hold our breaths every week hoping that the ABC TPTB (the powers that be) will not cancel the show. It is just too good to be believed. What a HOOT!!! We need that in our daily lives.
Boston Legal is THE BEST show on televison. Never cared for Shatner, but now count the minutes until I can see his face and listen to his words. The relationship this egomaniac has with laid-back Spader is fantastic. For almost 2 decades I've gone to local board meetings Tuesday nights. I think I'd stay home just to watch Shatner & Spader on Boston Legal! And the last episode with the Priest losing his fingers! I wet my pants! The BEST show on tv!
Question: "Truly madly Deeply" ABC put its episode teaser out with Sara being asked to wear her Condi dress out for a weeks anniversary by Heath. Was that intended to be a spoiler?
Nancy... The Sara storyline was probably in a writers version of the script - hence the teaser - but, like with many of BL's episodes, new storylines and editing probably caused this to end up on the cutting room floor. Make that the editors recycle bin. [I hear Heath would have broken her heart, anyway :^)]
James Spader used an very interesting word in his final dialogue with William Shatner in last nights program 12/13. I could not get the meaning of of word but it sounded like rijistick or something like that. Could you please let me know what the word was and its meaning? I learn so much in that final 5 minutes of the program.
Thanks.
Nancy
The ratings for last week were fine. Victoria Secret is very popular and Commander in Chief (BL's lead-in) was a repeat.
I was watching Boston Legal "Legal Deficits" last night December 13th and was laughing most of the show!
I never liked Shatner in his science space act. But I adore him in this part. His sense of timing is great and the writing is strong enough to hold my husband to stay up and watch it! I personally like Candace Bergan. I'd love to have a transcript of this particular show.How do I go about getting it and what will it cost?
Nikki BEae
Nikkibeare@aol.cm
DEK got 2 for the price of 1 tonight. He got to bash Catholics and
Texans.
I see Denny was able to hang in there again by his finger tips.
Speaking of Denny wasn't last seasons last show ended with Schmidtt
saying to Odo that "we have to get rid of Denny". Whatever happen to
that story line? Did it go to Nip&tuck too?
Nancy, the word you heard was "fascistic" (of or pertaining to fascism) to describe the "problem-solving" techniques used by Brad and Denise to find the kidnapped boy.
On todays repeat of the last season of The Practice Denny Crane was
introduced. And it was rivweting.
Just the 10 min that Denny and Alan were together was better then all
of BL with the gay inuendos and the night screams and the cow sex...
What are we even aguring about folks?
I was a long time fan of The Practice and i even thought it was getting old.
When Alanl Shore was introduced, that season became its best. The way i saw it was the entire staff that was Alans straight man. And that is why Alan shined like a bright star. Now on BL everyone is the comic and its not working.>>
Remember on The Practice where Alan wanted to have sex with Tara on the conference table because it was debase. Then he went to pick up a street walker hooker and he said he was Eugene. It was funny and dark at the same time. It was obvious that Alan had some very scary demons in him.>>
That is what is misssing from BL. We see the amusing roguish side of Alan but not the dark side as on The Practice and that is what made him such a fascinating character.>>
I am sorry to say I think it is to late for BL. They have already "jumped the shark". But speaking of shark jumping, Happy days was ready to be canceled after the 1 or 2 season and the totally revamped the show. It can be done. I don't want the Practice back but first thing DEK can do is get rid of that goofy music.>>
I will add other ideas later. Just watch Alan and Denny work their magic on this weeks reuns of The Practice…it's something to behold.>>
Hahaha - Parker. Are you just going around and copy/pasting your typo'd negative comments everywhere you can? This is a fan site. We love the show here. Take it easy on my site, dude.
Peace.
GOD, I love Boston Legal! Best show on TV!
I'm on a exposing cc companies for the theives they are so this last show was particularly funny for me.
I wish they would carry that storyline a bit further! Like take it to the way FICO scores are manipulated and I could go on and on..
The introduction of Allen Shore brought an honorable ending to a failing "The Practice." Boston Legal was the brightest new show in years and became my favorite court room drama of all time--sorry Perry!
This was a composite of well-known excellent actors with the most imaginative writing possible, a great setting and the perfect theme song. Boston Legal was magic. The irreverance and antics were refreshingly funny (much like Archie Bunker did in its time). The characters were well-rounded and evolved perfectly through the season.
The balcony sessions were masterful--planned or not.
Then came season 2, episode 1. The show was made cartoonish with the overplay on the zanny. It was like the writers all went on strike and they brought in former air-traffic controllers to script the show. What happened to the characters that we knew only a few months before--did they wake up in Bobby Ewing's shower?
Thank GOD we are starting to see a little of the old Allen and Denny come back to life--just please stop kicking the political soap box so loudly. Settle the writer's strike and make a deal with President Bush that you will lighten up on the conservative's if he'll override President Regan and give the air-traffic controllers their jobs back!
Dear Dana: It is obvious that you a great Boston Legal fan if you aware of my work at other sites. You know I am not one to be trifeled with. I will comment here because i know the fans demand it. I would like to thank you all for the hundreds of private emails you have sent me to show your surport. I know many of you are scared of the Moderators if any of your emails become public. But they are safe with me. I will save BL despite of DEK....and thats a promise.
Parker, you are an idiot. Sorry for saying that.
It seems to me there are plenty of other places to criticize Boston Legal besides Dana's nice FAN site, which focuses on the fun side of the show. I hate to see this little comment box turn into just another free-for-all.
Thanks, SueB. You're right. This site is a fun place, a resource for reliving a great show. This is not a forum or a message board. Did I hear Parker THREATEN me? Rest assured, his comments will be deleted if he makes even one more.
[It's people like him that is the only reason I don't activate my own board]
I love BOSTON LEGAL! It is the greatest show ever.
Hey Dana-
Can you tell me what version of Boulevard of Broken Dreams you have in the embedded player? I really like and haven't been able to find it.
Thanks
Aimee
It's great, isn't it, Aimee. It's a mash up by Party Ben and called "Boulevard of Broken Songs". It's Green Day vs. Oasis vs. Travis vs. Aerosmith vs. Eminem. Most of all, I love "Dream On" at the very end. Party Ben is so generous as to allow downloads of this at http://partyben.com/downloads
There are a lot of Party Ben's creative mash ups on his download page. I dare you to play Led Snooppelin's "Drop It Like It's a Whole Lotta Love" without getting one of those really delightful giggling fits.
Oh it's a mash of songs? Hmm I've read about those before but never really heard one... Thanks!
So is Mark doing double duty with Emilys Reasons Why Not, or is BL trying to find a way to get him off their show?
Looks like it's a guest starring role. Probably part of his contract with ABC. The more we see him, the better.
Love the show, but the camera work drives us crazy!! Actually get dizzy trying to follow from face to hand to the next face, etc., etc.
Whoever thought the hand-held camera technique was wonderful???
Dana, your love for Mark Valley gets peeves. You got your own Mark Valley site. can you keep this a purely BL site pls? Thanks. Merry Christmas.
Um... Mark Valley is a part of this show, so Dana has every right to include him on this site! :) Happy holidays everyone!
True. But I just thought a fansite to a tv show shouldnt center on a single cast member. I havent seen it yet that Dana invest that much time in Candice, William or Rene.
Thanks, Alyssa.
Xian, it happened that there were a couple of newsy items about Mark. This site does tend to lean more on Spader and Shatner because they're the stars, have most of the scenes in BL and do a lot of interviews. I've often felt bad for not having more Rene and Candice, but I can't find anything. I have a couple of Julie Bowen interviews to post when I can.
Yes, Mark probably is part of the BL trifecta on this site. You're the first to take exception. You and I know why. Shall I share with the rest?
In response to Christian's comment, Dana has the right to post whatever she feels is newsworthy, and anything on Mark is certainly that. It seems to me that Brad is not one of your favorite BL characters, hence the hissy-fit. Get over it.
Guys, I like both of your BL sites, and it seems to me the last thing this show needs is its diehard fans getting on each other's cases. I do almost-daily checks for news items on each of the show's actors, and the fact is the only Candice Bergen news lately was her Golden Globe nomination, which was and still is featured prominently on Dana's site. .
I AGREE WITH SUEb! I can't believe that anyone would be saying things negative. I believe that if you can't say something nice, DO NOT SAY ANTHING AT ALL!
What is up with Christian Gang? Why are you here saying negative stuff? I noticed a couple of other things negative that you have posted in answer to others nice comments. Please, we want peace in the world. Peace! - All we are saying, is give peace a chance..... Sorry broke into song there!
I think Dana has one great site here! I am so pleased to see so many people enjoying it. Good for you all, after all we are all Boston Legal fans, and this is a Boston Legal site, and we can talk about any Boston Legal actor, infact it is mostly James Spader or Denny Crane that most people talk about. Let's face it, there are many other actors on it as well. So if Christian G. has something nice to say about anyone - go ahead....
Please take this as a peaceful comment. Let's have a peaceful Christmas, and a happy and peaceful New Year!
So, Christian, I wish you a great Christmas too, and a wonderful New Year 2006!
I wish all the cast of Boston Legal a great Christmas too! Also, Happy Christmas to Dana as well!
Natalie
Dana, just want you to know I don't think your coverage of Mark Valley is overdone. You can even take this from where it comes, someone who's not as big a MV fan as you are. Although I've said before, he is growing on me.
I've personalized my Google News page to do a search not only on the standard, "World", "Sports" and "Entertainment" topics, but "James Spader" and "Boston Legal" as well. I don't think Google has ever shown a story on or mention of James Spader that you haven't posted on your site. As we all know, JS loves to hide in plain site. He puts himself out there and yet he manages to hide, which results in a dearth of news about him. So what's a girl to do but post news about whatever she can find?
Christian, if you want purely James Spader news, information or clips then, you can visit Dana's www.jamesspader.org site. On her Boston Legal site she is certainly entitled to post anything even vaguely BL related.
Dana, Ditto.
I agree with Imamess. Actually I think Brad or rather Mark Valley is an asset to Boston Legal. Lately he certainly was the centre of attention and a hero! More power to him.
He is part of Boston Legal, and this is a Boston Legal site. It looks like he will have a much bigger presence on the show than he had in the past.
It's a shame we don't see more on the other actors, but obviously they just aren't as popular. Oh, it's his birthday today too, happy birthday, is that okay to say here? Or perhaps I should say it on the other site. No, I'll say it here. Happy birthday Mark!
A very merry christmas to all, and everything in between!
Be sure to spoil yourself silly Dana with visions of Brad dancing in your head instead of sugarplums. LOL!
Merry Christmas to Dana and all the fans of the best show on TV!!!
Hi Everyone everywhere on this globe! and now that Christmas is over let's start to celebrate the new year! So happy New Year everyone!
Dana I just wanted to let you know that OK people are entitled to their own opinion, it would be dangerous if we were restricted to one single line of thoughts.... but to be fair, I think that your website is the BEST all around: both esthaetically and most importantly it is very informative. Well, if you like Mark Valley so what, Who cares? He is part of the show isn't he? Or has he left since the last episode?????? So is Shatner I believe, isn't this right???? So that's what matters! That you mention the characters that are PART OF THE SHOW zhen you want to post stuff on them and if you feel enclined to speak about someone in particular well do it !!!!!!! God, it's your own website after all isn't it? I myself prefer Spader and I don't make a big song and dance about the fact that the BL website is not only about Spader.....
So DANA rest assured your website is the best in the world!!!!! so far!
TREMENDOUS WORK, KEEP IT UP IN 2006.
Which brings me to my MV question. IMBD lists the cast for the RFK movie in August. Why is MV a couple of spaces from the bottom? If's he's RFK, isn't that lead role?
This might have been covered already, but as there are 144 comments, I'm not up to searching through them all. Anyway, who does the opening theme for the show? Of the Kelly shows I've seen, this song so far works best for me (though they all have a way of capturing the essence of the show for which they open). So, if anyone knows, please let me know.
Terry... Asked and answered, previously, but a very popular question, nonetheless. Check our music page for that info:
http://www.boston-legal.org/music.shtml
Danny Lux wrote the theme and scores the show. Billy Valentine does the 'dubba dubum' stuff.
You can hear the theme in the blue player on the home page or watch the opening credits (04-05) on the episode video clips page - and, my favorite, here:
http://www.livejournal.com/users...hase/
13462.html
Nancy...
With regards to your "Bobby" question and Mark Valley's casting, IMDb lists cast members alphabetically. Must have sorta been a bummer for Valley in grade school, always last in line for everything. Also, IMDb has been inaccurate in the past. While they list him, Bev brought this fact to my attention: Emilio Estevez recently posted publically about the film, saying principle shooting is complete "... And while the credits certainly boast an outstanding list of big names, no one actor in our midst is a bigger star than Robert Kennedy. We see RFK only in newsreel footage, we feel his presence and spirit through the lives of people who inhabit the walls of the hotel."
RFK is a supporting player and may or may not be portrayed by Mark. Wish I knew definetively - but I don't.
I owe some of my high spirits over the hols to your comments. Thank you Alyssa, Beverly, SueB, Natalie, Imamess, Janette, Aimee and Christel. My girls rock and your support and encouragement made me smile many, many times. However, Christian's point is taken to heart and I'll be more non-denominational, making sure the entire cast is represented.
Now please toast with me to 17 more Boston Legal episodes this season.
Dana,
my comments werent ment to hurt anybody. It is just my point of view and I simply havent had to notice that Brad is featured a lot here. If I hurt anyones feelings, I'm sorry.
Perhaps it is simply because of the fact that Mark Valley is in my opinion the worste actor on BL. But again, this is my point of view.
Dana,
Just finished listening to all the podcasts and I'm duly impressed with the breadth and depth of coverage. A big thank you to you and Kyle for the episode de-construction and as a deep-seated fan, I can never get enough of Mark Valley, James Spader and Shatner and Bergen. Keep up the great work. Your site is a true tribute to Boston Legal.
I'm with you Dana. Here's to 17 more episodes of Boston Legal which means more episodes featuring Brad, which means even MORE coverage on Mark on this website. :)
While nobody from BL seems to have been nominated for People's Choice Awards, Golden Globes are Jan.16.
Dana-
Thanks for putting up the teaser for the next episode, it looks like a great one, especially MJF's part.
In need of a Boston Legal key-chain?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI...AMESE%3AIT&
rd=1
kewl interview w/Justin Mentell
http://www.starrymag.com/
content...GORY=Interviews
Maybe Dana can post it on the main page... :)
This is only the BEST damn show ever aired in the history of television. It should run for the next 30 years!!
Jeff... you should really strive to be more decisive. Ha - I agree! Boston Legal is the one show I anticipate, watch live, rewatch and keep. I'm hoping ABC supports them through 100 episodes so BL can be a candidate for syndication - in which case it'll be around for 30 years and beyond. When season two ends, there will be 44 eps tucked away so it looks like five years is the magic number. Jeff? Pray.
Alyssa... thanks for all the links, particularly Jtell's interview. I will indeed get that on the home page and the press page. Thanks for everyone's indulgence. My main computer fell pray to spy/adware, clogging it to a standstill. There are seven other computers in the house, but only one has all my files, video and images. I'll be reformatting it *cries* in the next few days and then back to updating. My plan for tonight is to get another Emmy video up and Spader on Carson Daly from a few years ago, access permitting.
Boston Legal is incredible! Love the show. James Spader ROCKS!
Why does ABC keep bumping off the show for ridiculous specials, etc.
Let BL run for god's sake!!
I too miss Lori and Tara. It is indeed hard to find a good TV show. Especially one that is original.
The unlikely and complicated friendship between Denny and Alan is a theme so different than the usual non cable tv fare. They are so different. But alike in that they are unpredictable and outside the main stream. Both won oscars for a reason. Somebody in the industry saw quality there.
But the show has gotten a little too odd for my taste. This season does have a different feel. Beastiality and a cosmetic surgeon injecting his patients with his own body fat. And cutting a priest fingers off in a ridiculous attempt to get his confidential records. Merging new cast members has not worked real well.
Don't care much for Justin Mendel, Julie Bowen or Ryan Bath. I think they are trying too hard to skew the show to attract a younger audience.
Some cute bits. Fishing, the Andy Griffith theme. Great lines usually at the end of the show. ("The Thing about wives is they don't let you play with your friends." Denny to Alan)
The Bernie the little guy killer episodes were great.The second half of the Black Widow episode was terrific.
Betty White was fun to have on the show though I did not like her at first.
Need to find more for Mark Valley to do. He is a good actor. Rene Aujerbenois too.
Congratulations to "Boston Legal" for its Producers Guild of America and Screen Actors Guild award nominations!
Yesterday, David E. Kelley et al were nominated by the PGA for the "Norman Felton Producer of the Year Award" for best television drama.
And today, the entire cast was nominated by the SAG in the category of "Best Ensemble in a Comedy Series". Additionally, James Spader, William Shatner and Candice Bergen picked up individual nominations in for "Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Comedy Series".
Happy happy news, which I know Dana will post when her computers are all fixed!!! :)
hi Dana... here's an article about Joanna Cassidy joining BL for 6 episodes. I don't know how to scan, but here's the link! Thanx for the great spoof, by the way! :) ~Alyssa
http://specialsections.nypost.co...0060108/
p02.asp
Fantastic, Alyssa!
Thank you so much for alerting me. I appreciate this. I added your find right away :^)
What a great article. I didn't recognize the name of Joanna Cassidy, but now that I know she was Brenda's mom on Six Feet Under, I'm really looking forward to seeing this new character. She was really great on that show!
What type of glasses do Denny and Alan wear at the begnning of the show? They are awesome!
Commander-in-Chief now has a podcast at abc.com. Dana, I wish they'd stream your podcast from abc.com. You'd prob get a lot more hits (plus it would prob be ABC's best podcast)! ~Alyssa
I absolutely love it and I knew it would be a sucess after watching it the first few times when it aired. It's addictive, captivating, compelling and always a twist to the plot. I was very upset when it was cancelled during the summer and thought what fools to have gotten rid of such a program as this! I was grateful to see it reappear in this past fall line up. You've got the best performance with William Shatner and anyone who is a leftover trekky fan will know him by his work. The part he plays as a self absorbed attorney shows a comic relief which blends perfectly with James Spader who is so unyeilding and pompous. Candice Bergan is very on target and adds a certain flair of her own. I also think her character keeps everyone in check as to how far to push the limit. I was surprised to see Mark Valley make the transfer from Days of Our Lives and he ads to the characters on the show. I can't believe all the guest stars that will be appearing but even if they didn't, the show would still be able to hold it's own. It's the main characters and how they were developed in the plot that make you want to come back for more. It feels to me like another Dynasty or Dallas Show... Good luck and keep up the good work!
Alyssa... Will you be my publicist, please :^) Thank you for the podcastian encouragement. I did listen to a bit of CIC's podcast today. Sort of yawn. My belief is there's more enthusiasm from a fan's point of view than a hired voice talent to read a heavily scripted 'Presidential Fact of the Week'. But I am actually very positive that the networks are integrating podcasts like CIC and Lost. This is the year the Networks have shed their competitive fear of the Internet and realized the marketing potential. [/preaching] haha
I love it when Joanna Cassidy is on the show it really shakes things up!!
This was such a great show tonight... curious to see what everyone else thought. BL's coming together so nicely :)!!
Did anyone see Emily's Reasons Why Not? Mark Valley as Reece was great! Crane, Poole and Schmidt must have fired Sara Holt. I see Garrett a Lot more than her these days.
My husband and I BOTH love this show...and believe me we dont watch any other TV show together (except Steeler games!!!)I think the best part of the show is the end...where Denny and Alan unwind with a cigar on the patio. Great show...hope its around for many more years!!!
By the way, in case anybody was wondering, there is no Boston Legal January 31st b/c of President Bush's State of the Union Address. ~Alyssa
Alyssa... thank you! I'll get this changed in the Calendar. Man, you ARE the BL breaking news go-to grrl. For that, I want to send you a super special Boston Legal treasure. Email me at bostonillegal@gmail.com
I wonder if Alan Shore will interrupt the State of the Union for his urgent announcement regarding national security ("I don't think our country is being run very well.")
kewl, Dana... i'll def e-mail you!! ~A
I can't believe this show is NOT available on DVD yet!
What is wrong with the greed police at ABC? One would think they would know this show is a profit maker, like LOST is.
The story lines recently have been getting a bit weird, even for this show. Captain Kirk, why are you sleeping with that weird lawyer...with a rope tied to each other? I thought they were both women's men.
We thoroughly enjoy the crap out of this show every week. The music is great. The editing is great. The casting for the most part is great. At least the new characters are getting some development now.
My favorite scene of all time on TV:
Captain Kirk blows the kneecaps off the jerk who has AIDS and was proud he killed a young girl after he raped her. Go get 'em Captain Kirk!!!
Why James Spader did not get nominated for a Golden Globe is beyond me......he's the show!
I get a little tired of "brainwashing" your audience about political issues...tonight it was the poor teachers needing more money. We have thrown money and thrown money.Other countries and private schools do better teaching their students and with less money. There have been other issues..quit spinning your political views. Good grief....get innovative.
Actuallly, I thought the issue of respect for teachers in tonight's show was well done. Many teachers survive under terrible and extremely dangerous conditions these days. I wouldn't want to be a teacher now. They are treated with contempt by many parents. But I think the worst are the non-parents who are backseat drivers whining about how little they get for their "high" taxes. I worked in higher education for about twenty years. At many state universities being a civil servant is a losing proposition because the infrequent pay raises never equal inflation. Loyalty and hard work are rewarded with higher fees for parking and health insurance. Benefits are reduced on a regular basis while pompous jerks whine about how little they are getting in return for their taxes. Teachers are treated like crap in this country. Until order and respect for authority are restored in the classroom no one has a valid reason to whine about the job being done by teachers.
If you can read, thank an English teacher. If you can balance a checkbook, thank a math teacher. If you can play an instrument, read music, and or sing, thank a music teacher. And if you can still walk up stairs, get out of a chair, or have anything resembling good health, thank a phys-ed teacher.
Please, can anyone tell me anything about the music at the end of tonite's show, like who was singing it and/or the title of the song? The lyrics included "Keep me in your heart for a while". Thanks for any info.
The song is by Warren Zevon, and it's called "Keep Me In Your Heart. It was on Zevon's last album, which he made after being diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. So definitely a fitting choice of music.
Great episode tonight. I can't believe that elaborate dance scene. Too funny.
The song is called Keep Me in Your Heart by Warren Zevon
Can someone please tell me the name of song played tonight=Tuesday, January 17 on Boston Legal? Words are...main words are "Leave Me in Your Heart for Awhile". Sounds like a folksinger.
Thanks!
does anyone have any info on how to get boston legal season 1 on dvd?
Thank you for the encouraging closing speech that Michael J. Fox did concerning teachers. Sometimes teachers feel like no one understands or listens to them. The schools have more and more responsibilities and demands placed on them, while federal and state take more and more away. If you have a problem with how students are being taught, don't look at the teacher, question your state and federal representatives why teachers have no authority over students any more and have less money to spend on supplies. Those who complain about teachers, never seem to want to jump in and take over the classroom, because they wouldn't want our jobs. I teach because I believe in kids and pray I CAN make a difference. By the way, how can I get a transcript of the closing speech by Mr. Fox?
Did anyone pickup on the pharmaceutical company that Michael J. Fox bought his way into?DevlinMcgregor was the same pharmaceutical company that Harrison Ford's nemecis in "The Fugitve" worked for!
'You Stinka!'
Grandma straps on a pair of skates in David E. Kelley's new credit closer, an overhaul of his 'You Stinka!' signature.
"www.variety.com/article/VR1117874344?
categoryid=14&cs=1"
Dana, awesome news on all the hits BL-org has been getting. Your site is the first and only destination for BL fans.
Hey DEK, how about showing a little love and grant Dana an interview? She is doing a spectacular job (better than ABC IMHO).
BL Season 1 IS on DVD. Go to Amazon and look it up. To the right are various sites with BL stuff, and the link should be there.
Nancy, you're mistaken. BL is not yet on dvd - and we're not recognizing illegal bootlegged copies.
the ABC press tour was this Saturday... and I haven't found anything concerning Boston Legal. There's a good page at thefutoncritic.com that details the "Q and A" session; BL is not mentioned once. I thought we'd get a clearer picture of what they thought of the show, but alas.... nothing. Sorta like ABC's promoting of the show:)
Many thanks to David E Kelley for bringing Asperger's Syndrome to light on the January 17th episode. While I didn't like the fact that it was used as justification for Hands attacking Shirley, the important thing that came out of it is that the disorder, and it's symptoms, got out. As a person who lives with this disorder, I am hoping that the people who watched learned something from this being in the show (Maybe they realized a loved one is living with it, for example).
Again, thanks David E Kelley, and thanks to Imamess for posting the transcript, allowing those of us who missed the episode to catch up in time for next week.
This is my favorite show, and I relish the moments Spader and Shatner share on the balcony. Did you see tonight (1/24/06) where Spader actually said "I didn't see you much this episode ..." I was astounded, and loved it, bringing the viewer into the intimacy of the ending, as they clinked their martinis.
I understand the issue over "Mad-Cow," but see it as Denny's defensive mechanism, avoiding the truth with what was probably first just a knee-jerk response. He can't admit his true ailment, which is something that happens to many people in real life. Life is often denial, and this is how he shows it.
If anyone is interested on the (ongoing) case tonight's episode of Boston Legal was based on, I recently summarized it on Daily Kos:
http://www.dailykos.com/user/scapegoat
I also cover it continuously on my LiveJournal:
http://corphq.livejournal.com/
Please feel free to pass this around. I don't normally watch Boston Legal, and I'm not sure where the main forums are.
Does anyone know how I can check the weekly ratings for BL? I am SO AFRAID, ABC will cancel this show and I will be miserable for the rest of my life. I LIVE FOR BOSTON
LEGAL. I wrote David Kelley a letter telling him if ABC gives up on it he MUST keep it on the airwaves somehow!
Dana posts the ratings for each episode right on this site. The good news is that last night's episode achieved a season-high number of viewers! So there is reason to be optimistic. :)
I just started watching the show this month. In the episode on "Hands" Alan Shore talks about the fact that he will never be made a partner.
Is this a known fact, or is he saying this for effect? Has it been settled that he will never be a partner?
Thanks,
Michael
where can i get the dvd in canada? i watched only 4 episodes and i must say its great.
alan shore is one of the best actors i have ever seen.
DEDICATED WATCHER OF THIS SERIES - ONE OF THE VERY FEW TAKE THE TIME TO WATCH, OWNING A RANCH - TEACHING - AND SEVERAL INVESTMENTS VERY LITTLE TELEVISION TAKES MY PERSONAL TIME,
LOVE THE SHOW, I MISS Tara, Shatner and Spader ABSOLUTELY PERFECT AND NAIL THEIR PARTS - WOULDNT IT BE GREAT TO HAVE SOME ATTORNEYS WITH THE DEDICATION AND WIN WIN MENTALITY
Best show on tv. I live for tuesday nights!!! Hope the show continues for many years to come.
What has happened to Ryan Michelle Bathe? She's been absent for many weeks.
Just want to say Happy Birthday to James Spader. Michael J. Fox's role is good of course.
I LOVE this show. The intelligent writing, delivered by superb actors/actresses educates, entertains beyond belief and "normal" television expectations. It's a breath of fresh air in a sea of drowning sitcoms and drama series that too frequently are shallow. Bravo to BOSTON LEGAL!
Well in case anyone has not been aware, CBS took Love Monkey off the air-guess the competition from BL was just a little too much for it.
Comments from a 1st year baby-boomer.
Significant to some of the cast.
I really like the show.
Simply put.. it's well written,
designed, and executed,,,and,
needless to say, very well played.
The cast is almost perfectly chosen to play against each other
in every possible scenario and,
you sure have gone that route so far.
The music is perfect,everything
is well-edited..hi tech....class !
I have nothing but praise for the
show. Please keep up the good work!
Smart AND class is SO good !
I don't think Alan WANTS to be made partner. Personally, I've enjoyed watching him as a rainmaker. Yes, Sara has been MIA for weeks. What I find odd is that nobody has said anything about it.
I would like to know the name of the actor who has played a judge twice on the show. The last time was on Jan.17 in the Hands trial. He was also on in October. He is an attractive black man about 50 something. He was recently on ER also and was incredible! I admit it - I have a crush! Janice
Janice - I think you are probably talking about Lou Beatty, Jr. Here's his IMDb page (don't see his ER spot mentioned though...?):
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0064187/
and an interesting and quite-recent article about him, which includes a picture:
http://www.pridesource.com/artic...l?
article=11674
BOSTON LEGAL IS THE BEST ENTERTAINMENT ON TV. MY HUSBAND AND I WATCH EVERY WEEK. WE LOVE THIS SHOW. IT'S FUNNY, SOMETIMES IT'S SAD, IT TOUCHES ON THOUGHT PROVOKING SUBJECTS, AND IT'S ALWAYS BRILLIANT. I CAN'T WAIT TO BUY THE SEASON DVDS. WHAT MORE CAN I SAY? BRILLIANT, SUPERB, WONDERFULLY WRITTEN AND ACTED.
I good show, but with an obvious political bias. I will not continue watching it unless it is balanced polically or not at all political.
cAN SOME ONE TELL ME THE NAME OF THE SONG THAT THAT Georgia Murray WAS SINGING IN THE VERY BEGINNING OF THE February21st episode?
what a great show...finest example of
writing and acting on television..too
bad it is scarred by so damn many
commercials...more than average and
bunched together in great quantities.
I really dislike this happening.
Just a reminder that everything musical is likely documented on our music page:
http://www.boston-legal.org/music.shtml
Or in our forum by our wonderful Sue B.:
http://www.boston-legal.org/foru....asp?
FORUM_ID=7
love the show-especially Spader's Alan Shore, and the writing for his role. but do miss Tara- their relationship was interesting. now he has nobody- so far. can you bring Tara back? many have asked. t hank you. e.r.
ok guyz, new pics up at abcmedianet.com
I couldn't wait for the forum to come back...
they're pretty funny!
Thanks, Alyssa!
Oh, amazing images. Alan and Denny holding hands. Alan hitting on a woman in a bikini and getting a face full of her drink in response.
Here's a slightly larger version:
http://www.boston-legal.org/21-
w...ennyalanspa.jpg
OMG, that's such a funny picture!!! Thanks for posting it .. BTW, I noticed ABC actually mentioned the show (in a positive way!) in its weekly ratings press release that came out today. :)
I Love Boston Legal, fantastic writing BUT the writers are spoiling a great series by introducing extreme left wing political opinion.
I hate to be preached at, especially distorted political views.
Stop, you will be driving this great series in the grown
The show has shifted to far to the left and needs to get back to reality. Spader's lines are always well written and delivered great but leaning to the left.
I applaud the political view the show takes. The show challenges the audience with a thought-provoking mix of humor and drama. It mirrors how I, and many Americans, feel.
Does anyone know details about Robert 'Big Bob" Morris; tonight the show ended with a memorial to him ("In Loving Memory" with his photo shown).
Wow!!! Tonights episode... It takes a damn tv show to say what NEEDS to be said. thank Gad
for Allen Shore! Not to mention James Spader.
Thanks for the bold and well writen charactor.
Allen Shore for president! My wife say's yeah!
His hoopla in the courtroom tonight. People.
For real.
James Shader is my new hero. He said what every real American should stand up for. I'm in the middle. Not left. Not right. Just normal.
As a huge fan, I was really REALLY disappointed in "Stick It". I love the smart writing, but I'm tired of being attacked on the show when there is no balance of views such as the tirade of Alan Shore last night. It was pitiful that it is presented as "the only view" and any other view is "mean" and "not compassionate". I am a very compassionate person and I am not mean. If it is to be an honest debate, then be honest. If it is to be funny, then make it funny. Don't make it so mean to viewers that are not liberal, are not mean, are not socialists. Be fair!!!!!
It seems like every week something political is thrown in our face to spoil the show. Last night's episode of Alan Shore in the courtroom was just too much. It's sad that you are using this show for your personal political views.
ABSOLUTE GARBAGE
Thank you BL for stating in Alan Shore's closing arguments what I and many Americans believe. We are always made to feel that we are anti-American simply because we do not support the direction that our country is taking. In reality, we are pro-America. We want our country to get back to high ideals and values.Again, THANK YOU for saying what needs to be said!
I started watching BL because of your featuring Michael J. Fox as a guest player, and I got hooked. After Alan's closing argument in court last night, I am telling all my friends to watch this show! Beautifully said. Balanced. Succinct. I would love to have a copy of that speech!
Alan Shore's closing argument speech in "Stick It" was the best I've heard about current America. Are copies available?
I love watching Boston Legal never missed one show. I think this show gives us a vacation from republican rule, and last I checked MA is a blue state the show storylines fit the profile.
The "Stick It" speech was RIGHT ON. If you don't think that your civil rights are being eroded (nay, demolished), that the principles that made our country great are being trampled upon, then you are simply NOT PAYING ATTENTION.
I am sure your "Stick it" episode was designed to appeal to the ankle biting liberals of your show's audience. I don't have a problem with your political views, although try to be a little more balanced on the free airwaves that you are using. They happen to be owned by all Americans. With such limited intellectual development it might be better that you keep silent, and let people only wonder about your limitations. Why not attach the speech to your tax return next year. I can't wait to see you use it in a big person's court. For what it is worth, you've lost my household not for your politics, but lack of wit.
Ha ha!! You've got the strident tone down just right, Carl!!! Nice satire! Oh ... oops, you're probably not joking.
Your "Stick It" episode was the final straw for the dumming down of America! The writers of Boston Legal have demonstrated their lack of intelligence and unbalanced views once again. I am embarrassed for James Spader, who I used to respect as an actor. I am embarrassed for him now because of his liberal, pompous, weak, and pithy acting! Please, James,just shut up! You and the writers of the show are in the minority. Last I checked, most of America voted as a red state. Hollywood is in the minority! Know your audience. Educate yourselves. Oops... I almost forgot. Hollywood speaks but doesn't put forth effort to educate themselves on how this country was formed. I will never watch Boston Legal again, and will tell everyone I know to do the same!
I don't know, but most of you have prob seen other episodes of BL before. It's always been political in nature. And it is a fictional TV show. Most of y'all should lighten up a bit.
If they know how to do that Alyssa....lol
After the show this week I'm boycotting all ABC shows until this supposed entertainment is off the air. They talk about the Bill of Rights, all the rights but the second one, the right to keep and bare arms. The show is an insult to intelligent people, and so falsly slanted.
This time of year, I generally keep my arms covered instead of bare. But I suppose that's just because I live in a wintry region.
Thank God other people also think the show has gotten too radically left-wing! At least in Season 1, we had that episode where the kid sued his school for blocking FoxNews, but so far this season, we haven't had anything that comes even remotely close to promoting a conservative viewpoint. I'm sick and tired of getting liberal beliefs thrown at me every week. I started watching this show for the humour and it's turned into a soapbox.
I too am sadly disappointed with the poorly researched, one sided, out-of-touch, radical left-wing media mantra driven agenda coming through in the script. I am voting with my feet (viewership, ABC, and sponsers). Does anyone know who the major sponsers of this show are?
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Thanks for posting that address, Robert! I just sent a note to ABC commending them on this excellent program. I encourage the other fans here to do the same. :)
Now that the hubbub has apparently died down a little bit - and I can only hope most of the site's visitors are FANS of the show again -I thought I'd let people know that the e-mail address above does not work. To send comments to ABC, use this link:
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I sent them good vibes re BL yesterday.
You're welcome. And thank you for posting a URL that is very convenient to register complaints with. I encourage all those that feel as I do, to do so as well.
Ack, I feel so used! You obviously posted an invalid e-mail address here in the hopes of ferreting out the real way to contact ABC. Nobody would EVER have found this link if I hadn't posted it in this comment box! Wait, what do you know .... it's posted right on the front page of abc.com!
I haven't seen your episode 'stick it' as yet (I live in n.z.) but I've read James Spader's characters monologue and I think it is right on the money and absolutely brilliant. More power to you all at Boston Legal.
BL is the best funny show after House,since J.S.Don't stop producing.and Debbie from Melbourne Beach, FL. She supports that moron Bush and all his hacks. So what does she know.
Brave!!! Thank you thank you thank you!!! Finally a mainstream program speaking the truth instead of the party line. How refreshing! How absolutely uncommon!! Kudos to all of you for your courage and committment to the values and intent of our forefathers!
Thank you for the Stick It monologue. You speak for me. You speak for millions of Americans.
However just a minor point. It is not the Bush administration or even the government sector driving this problem. It is the takeover of the planet by transnational corporations. To fight back against this requires we quit selling our labor to publicly listed corporations, and quit buying their products. Taxes are the portion of your economic interaction which pay for economic externalities--all things of the commons, all human and social things that are not and cannot be addressed by the imperfect mechanism of the money system.
In short, taxes are good, and human services at a national state and local level are good: healthcare, child care, unemployment insurance, education, social security, public infrastructure, libraries, etc.
Re your "Stick It" episode: Bravo!
Boston Legal is the best show on t.v., but tell the caterer to start using olive oil and more vegetables for the crew. They are eating a diet that is too high in fat. A high fat diet and clogged arteries are associated with Alzheimer's. Denny, eat your vegetables, salads and grains. Then eat your hamburger and dessert. Stay away from Hydrogenated fats. They are like cement in your arteries. You all make great entertainment!
WE LOVE THE SHOW. VERY INTERESTING
HOUR. LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT WEEK.
I HAVE A QUESTION: WHO SANG "STAND BY YOUR MAN" AT THE END OF SHOW ON
28 MARCH 06. THANK YOU. CG.
Check our Music page and you'll find the answer to your song question. Well, actually I don't know for SURE if that's Tammy Wynette. SueB, our musical genius, will also keep us up to date in the forum music section:
http://www.boston-legal.org/foru....asp?
FORUM_ID=7
I used to watch this show...but never again after being exposed to the liberal bias...it is really sad that they had to go there. It has ruined the show for conservative americans. Do you really think that conservatives will watch this now that we know what it is? Wrong. It is over for myself and my friends. Goodbye Boston Legal. Good Riddance!
do you people not understand that if we did nothing about Iraq that we would continue to be a major target. Can you not see that Bush is your protecter, not your enemy. Every soldier that is over there chose to be there in service to the country. Yes, Saddam has WMD's, he was just intelligent enough (or had enough forewarning) to get them out of the country...there are satellite photos showing this happening. Bush is protecting us, you idiots.
Excellent comments, Julie!
Yes, I can not see that Bush is my protecter (sic). Or whatever you were asking. (... wondering what sparked this particular 'yesterday's news' rant TODAY).
It's a shame people need constant reinforcement of their own views in order to see something as 'entertainment'. In Australia we are just in to Season 2. I don't agree with every view on the show, but for pure entertainment value this show is fantastic. Do you really need actors on a TV program to echo your beliefs ??
Some aspects of the show I think may be lost with the Aus audience, but I think the balance of characters, and the personal aspect to the show is excellent.
I LOVE BOSTON LEGAL!!!! this show is by far the greatest show on television right now!!! I also love this sight and like to watch the video clips. However, i really wish there was a link or something in here to download the theme music becuase that song is also unbelievably good! If this is possible, i know people would love it! Thanks.
Sometimes comedy is the best way to influence society. I certainly hope so. Boston Legal, under the cloak of comedy, always addresses the most profound issues facing us in the 21st century.
I'm 59, retired on disability from a large state university, and I have always been overweight...fat. I stopped short of gastric bypass surgery because I believe I will eventually lose weight the same way my father stopped smoking: willpower. The May 2 program addressed an issue close to my heart - although doctors tell me my heart is in great shape in spite of my weight. I have always admired Candace Bergen, but on watching this episode I wanted to give her a long thank you hug!
Thank you, Candace and everyone involved in bringing "Boston Legal" to us on TV for the courage to address a most serious issue in the most effective way. I adore this show.
What happened to Big Bob Morris? this is sooo sad that you wusses are whining because some writer put his views out there. if you don't agree with it, be secure enough in your position not to be so rattled by some guy giving a speach in court. Why the hell DID we invade Iraq anyfriggin who?
Hi, kenny - You can find some discussion about Bob Morris in the forum under this thread (starting on page 2):
http://www.boston-legal.org/foru...sp?
TOPIC_ID=241
He often appeared in the background in scenes at the firm. Dana posted some images she found of him from the show, and his sister was kind enough to visit the forum and post some thoughts as well. Marisa Coughlan also spoke about him during the podcast she did with Dana after the "Stick It" episode.
Michael... It's nice to hear that "Deep End" resonated with you. I know Candice would appreciate your praise. Isn't it cool how BL takes on issues, whether political, social or pertaining to health.
Kenny - about the theme music. Explore the forum and you'll find what you're requesting. And be sure to listen to the upcoming podcast with Billy Valentine. He's the vocalist for Boston Legal and the theme song.
I trying to get the name of the last show from May 16th. I heard the song before but can't think of the name.
Thanks
Hi, Kathryn - you can find the information you seek about the music of the final episode at this link from the discussion board:
http://www.boston-legal.org/foru...sp?
TOPIC_ID=499
Season finale was very disappointing. Scripts are deteriorating, boring, too much slapstick sex. Will probably stop watching BL and begin following The Unit, which is getting good.
The new female character just introduced "unbalances" everything and is a parody of Lucy Lin's character on the old Ally McBeal series.
If things continue as it, I wouldn't give the show more than one more season before self-destructing.
After watching the awful two hour season finale last week, I will never watch this series again. They just "jumped the shark tank" and it is too late to bring this once great show back on track. What were they thinking? Fighting lawyers, Denny ogling, sex in the open office and on and on. Cancel now and do us all a big favor.
Can't believe how much one of our teachers looks and acts like "Denny Crane"!! We have even re-named him!! It is hilarious!! If William Shatner ever needs a double---call Oak Park Middle School in Leesburg, Florida!!
This is so typical. Every one here is a critic and knows that the this years season finale will be the end for BL. And again, so typical: Fans won´t watch the series again because they didnt like one of the episodes. Guys, lighten up.
This is just a TV Show, nothing meaningful. IT´s here to bring a little joy in your life. And if you dont like one episode or a political statement, fine. Lets move on to the next episode then.
I just got the feeling, from a german point of view, that many Americans take the TV Shows to seriously.
I AM SURE I SAW ALL 4 SEASONS OF BOSTON LEGAL ON DVD FOR SALE.WHERE CAN I FIND IT.THANKS
If anyone is interested there is an article and clips of Shatner, Nimoy --'40 years of Star Trek' on cnn.com entertainment section.
The still beauteous Candice Bergen is ill served by the folks who swathe her neck in ugly collars, pseudo necklaces and other devices designed to hide her neck but only succeed in drawing attention to it. Give the dear girl some attractive clothing and jewelry. Then we can start on her hair, and ditch the Smurf coiffure. Somebody on that staff is out to uglify one of the nicest looking women on tv or in film.
I would like to know where we could purchase the scotch glasses used on the BL episodes at the end of the show. Thanks
Wow. We love this show. It's so fast moving and funny. My husband's favorite is Denny Crane and mine is Alan Shore. Their acting is priceless. They don't have to say a word....just a gentle change in expression says it all. Please...keep this show. It's wonderful. With all the reality shows out there, which are boring, this show is truly worth watching. The hour is much too short.
I read in the Jet magazine, December issue, that Ryan Michelle Bathe will appear in the December 5th ep of BL. Can anyone confirm?
Thanks.
I would like to know what brand of cigar James Spader and William Shatner smoke on the Balcony after each episode? I have heard that used cigars from the set are going to The Celebrity Junk Museum. The show Sopranos has their own brand of cigar for sale. Why doesn't Boston Legal market a brand for fans to purchase?
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started watching this show this year.
was flipping thru channels and saw the dwarf with crane. immediately bought seasons 1 and 2 on dvd. now my wife and oldest daughter are addicted. love alan shore but couldn't stand him in his early days. now i think he is the best actor around. never knew shatner and spader could be so wickedly funny.
I think this guys jumped the shark with last nite's episode
Last nights show was discusting. Your writers producers must be brain dead.They have to relate to interracial mismatch freak shows? Im done with this show If I want to be this insulted with writing I would watch jerry springer. You lost at least 3 people I know who watched weekly, Forget about it
What happen to the writers? 2/13 show even worse than 1/30. Sad,pitiful.
Hello,
I just wanted to write and say that although I didn't care for James Spader much earlier in his career, the writers of BL have really brought out a superb character for him to play and it sounds like his fan base has been greatly multiplied. I know I've become a fan. I especially enjoy how you play Denny and Alan off each other. I am also impressed with the fact that you don't seem to be beating up on faith like most shows do. Tuesday is my favorite night of the week to watch ABC. Thanks.
Hello,
I just wanted to write and say that although I didn't care for James Spader much earlier in his career, the writers of BL have really brought out a superb character for him to play and it sounds like his fan base has been greatly multiplied. I know I've become a fan. I especially enjoy how you play Denny and Alan off each other. I am also impressed with the fact that you don't seem to be beating up on faith like most shows do. Tuesday is my favorite night of the week to watch ABC. Thanks.
Just LOVE BL. James Spader is sexy!
It makes me laugh out loud. Funny, Funny, Funny. Really love all the characters. Wonderful script, camera actions, music. Makes Tuesday night worth watching TV for all that's on now a days. Thanks for a GREAT show.
We in Australia are fairly early in the 3rd series, but I find the show is just getting sillier and sillier. In fact I was going to ask if BL had 'jumped the shark' but I see I've been beaten to this question. I used to love this show but the current parade of misfits and irritating guest roles, not to mention dopey storylines is putting me right off.
Has David E Kelley lost the plot? (so to speak)
Boston Legal went from one of the best shows on TV to nothing but a one-sided political commentary from a bunch of leftists who are trying to push THEIR views on everyone without the other point of view. You have lost 1/2 of your audience you morons. I don't watch these shows to hear how some writer feels about the war or Republicans. I watch it to be entertained. One-sides shots and outright lies and insults have ruined the show. You aren't smart enough to debate the issue nor brave enough to try, so you just post foolish shots and make up phony points of view to push your agenda. Good luck in the future, your show is doomed. And you DON'T EVEN CARE. Cowards and losers, that's what you are.
I was impressed by the summations at the hearing regarding the client suing the government for his incarceration at the Guantanamo prison facility. I'd like to have copies to use in my university composition classes. When will they be posted?
I am so so disappointed! BL was my favorite TV Show- always looked forward to it. It has degenerated into a "good guy-bad guy" show portraying the Left as the good guys. I watched this show for its great cast(still great) and brilliant, creative writing. It is now predictable and I find myself saying "Here it comes" and sure enough the political leftist take on everything jumps right out. I feel that this show has been derailed and I can hardly watch it anymore. Please save it.
As the person above, I USED to love this show. Just saw "Duck and Cover" and it's pedantic political diatribe. What a bore! BL has such potential as an edgy fantasy.... but it has to be some kind of fantasy that is shared by the viewership. Please get back to the fun stuff. Shatner in a red onesie, now that made me laugh. Give us a break on the politics, we can hear that anywhere. It's certainly not why we watch this show.
I just love BL ... probably because I would be one of those leftists - if I were a US-citizen, of course.
No, really, I love the show because it is so cynical it hurts sometimes. It is taking itself not too seriously and is therefor anything but lecturing.
I especially love the show for the political issues it touches; they always provide arguments not only for one side while still daring show their colors. Seen from good old Europe, that IS brave. ;-)
Which season, which episode was the flamingo one?
The Witches of Mass Destruction Episode was not the best i've seen but Alan Shore's final speech on the war was inspirational whether you are for or against the war, or somewhere in between. The writers of this show are brillient and to those in here that believe they are now only hearing the opinions of these writers and watch Boston Legal for entertainment purposes only, perhaps think a little deaper. All fictional TV shows express someones opion of some sort, that is what makes up the show. I don't believe that the writers are trying to impose their own beliefs upon viewers. I think they are simply trying to open our eyes to what is really going happening to society.. although perhaps that is not so simple.
Boston Legal whilst being VERY entertaining, is also an intelligent and mind-opening show.
What has the war in Iraq REALLY achieved? not much? Americas aim at rebuilding this society so it can stand on its own should be commended but human nature and the beliefs of the Iraq people will stop the USA from reaching this aim. Iraq is not America, it never has been and it doesn't want to be, well... mostly. Obviously America can help this country and it's people but it is almost like they wish it to be run the same way as the US is run. I don't believe this can or should be achieved. but of course.. that is just my opinion.
What happened to Rene Auberjonois?
Know that you have touched a life. Know that you have given hope that there is a brain out there that can see both sides to a coin and still know its value. Alan and Denny are wonderful opposites in love. They depict, so clearly, how we, as communities and neighbors, despite are definitive differences, can still come together, on the porch, and discuss the day, in harmony. What has happened to this grace? To this social skill? Where are the parents who are teaching their children to keep an open mind and to understand differences? Thank you David E. Kelly and all the actors who so beautifully reflect the wisdom and humanity and vulnerability of life's many vehicles. Bravo!!!
Christian Clemenson is REMARKABLE!!!!
I LOVE JAMES SPADER AND WILLIAM TOO!
Candace is UNBEATABLE! MY GOD HOW DID YOU GUYS GET SO LUCKY!!!! GOD MUST BE WATCHING!!!
Been reading these comments and must say that I am one of those lefties - as an aussie girl I find it refreshing to see the so called leftist views represented on a US show. There is just so much crap on commercial tellie here in Australia(mostly Americian drivell pushing the consumist, ethnocentric, violent and one eyed view) that its refreshing to watch this show every week. It makes me laugh out loud and it warms my heart to see the interactions, issues, debates and awareness of the characters. Its a pity its on so late over here. When I am finacial enough it may be the one series I choose to buy on DVD.
Keep up the good work and why is it so long since anyone has made a comment - has the show finished???
Boston Legal is one of my favorite shows; however, I have to quit watching it as I have motion sickness & the camera moves around so much I get sick before the middle of the show. I'm sure others have this problem also. Could you please stop moving the camera so much so I can continue watching?
What the heck happened to the characters Denise and the young lawyer she was pregnant by? Were they replaced permanently? They were two of my favs on there.
I have been watching this show since the first season, and I got hooked on James Spader's amazing work during the last year of the Practice.
I am politically a moderate, but am not at all offended by the liberal views of Mr. Kelly. I think it is refreshing to hear liberal view points delivered with a light comedic touch as opposed to the usual gloom and doom delivery connected with progressive opinions.
The war in particular is a waste of human life and many Republicans have also come to that conclusion.
Good for "Boston Legal" that it tries to take stands on important issues of the day. I may not agree with every point, but that would never stop me from enjoying Alan Denny, Jerry and the rest of the insane bunch.
I saw Boston Legal for the first time tonight. I can't belive that I saw for the first time someone actually Fart on a TV show. Have these people completely lost their ever loving mind. What an embarrassment to think that professions actually sat around a table and wrote this into a script. Unbelievable.
Kevin W. Murphy
I have been a Boston Legal fan for years. I did, however, find tonight's show to be offensively anti-semitic in it's inaccurate betrayal of core Judaic beliefs. I will attempt to start a write in campaign to ABC and am likely to never watch again.
Loyal viewer from the beginning, used to rave about the show. But the original writers are no longer writing the script. It has gone from clever and witty to "over the top." Pity, I used to enjoy it. Bring back some decent talent and get rid of the hacks.
Must say, I've watched every episode from the beginning and still love this show. Tonight's episode squarely hit the nail on the head about education (or lack of same) in America. Well written lines delivered with conviction conveyed the truth we all sadly know. Thanks for delivering episodes that are topically in sync with our reality. So well written! Did I mention how well it's written? Let me say again how well written this show is! Love Shatner, Bergen & Spader. Great talent, great timing. Please continue the tradition. And thanks for providing a proven quality every time!
What happened to the transcript of episode 4X9, The Witches of Mass Destruction???
I read in today's paper that BL might be cancelled! Say it isn't so!!!!!
I love your show and I am thrilled that you are bringing to light the effects that wars have on our military forces. I used to work at the vietnam Veterans of America and I am thinking of getting involved again because of the horrific tragedies that are facing our men and women in uniform. This government is not protecting our service members and families and it SUCKS! I am so grateful to your show for showing the difficulties that our service members face. Thank-you and your great cast members for bringing the tragedies of war to the table and please keep it coming. Our troops need Americans to know the price they are paying for the irresponsable war our government put them in and we as a nation need to be there for them and theres for any help they need to maintain a lifestyle that they so deserve and need. Thank-you, Mary Andress
Love the show but you need to lose Jerry or get a different writer for him. They are running him in the ground. You wouldn't hire a man with hang ups and outbursts like that to be a janitor in a school....How could we expect a top notch firm to hire him. Improve him or lose him.
Brilliant program. Why must you end this series?! Is there anyway to keep it going? It's fun, entertaining and truly brings joy to all of us. It makes the business of our lives far more tolerable to escape all the pressures with this hysterical series. Can you all just get together and appreciate a good thing and make it happen! Thank you for the good times. God Bless.
I just commented about not letting this series go. I didn't put in my name, so here it is. KEEP IT TOGETHER, WE LOVE YOU BOSTON LEGAL.
thanks for a wonderful time. Come back please.
Marianne
Boston Legal is undoubtedly one of the best shows ever. The arguments in court, pros and cons, are fantastic and makes a person think more. You are fantastic. I only wish you were not ending the series. We need more dramas like you. We do not need those sit-coms were laughing is forced and sex is the main issue. As a drama, Boston Legal has made me laugh more in one hour than any sit-com in one week. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
This is by far the best show on television.I think David E.Kelley is brilliant and his scripts should all receive Emmys. The cast also is outstanding...bravo to James Spader, William Shatner and the supporting cast. I can't believe this is the last season. Why doesn't ABC give it a decent time slot like 9PM and I guarrantee it would take any night ? Is there anyone else who feels this way and what can we do to stop?
such high quality TV from disappearing.
Every now and then a TV show comes along that can only be rated as a "Classic". Boston Legal is one of those shows and must be put into the "M.A.S.H" classic category.
Congratulations to all involved in it's production, particularly the scripts of David E.Kelley and the character developments portrayed by James Spader and William Shatner. Gentlemen, your performances are superb!
Please save this show from oblivion and please get the dumb programmers at Channel 7 Australia to screen Boston Legal in prime time.
Thank you all for:
* providing great humour,
* addressing taboo issues,
* portraying real people, and
* producing very enjoyable entertainment
Chicagoland BL fans! My friends and I are planning a series finale party! If interested, please email me at artygirl100@yahoo.com. Thanks! :)
I heard there's an online petition to save the show. Is that true and if so does anyone know where it is? This show is amazing and should not be going off the air.
:?: We saw a beautiful dress on "The Bad Seed" episode and wondered how we could learn if it's a commercial (or designer) outfit. I sent tne follwing email to ABC:
In the Boston Legal show, "The Bad Seed," aired on WABC in NYC on Monday 10/13/08, Ally Walker playing Alan Shore's old girl friend wore a purple suit that we loved. Is this suit commercially available and if so from whom? Or who is the designer? We love Boston Legal and watch it without fail. Thank you! Carol
... and received the boiler plate, if it's not an order from our store we cannot help you.
Is there some way to learn about this dress??
Thanks!!
Why is this the final season for one of the few inteligent shows on television? It has humor, commentary on current events, witty dialogue, and a terrific cast.
I just watched your latest episode of Boston Legal and was totally disgusted. Your political bias has always been obvious, but tonight you have crossed the line. Even Shatner's lines were written to discredit McCain. I'm wondering if you didn't also cross the line of our laws. You did no less than try to change the output of the election, and if that isn't illegal, it should be.
If it is legal, it is no less than despicable. I couldn't finish watching the end of the show, I was so angry that you would attempt to rig an election. I find you disgusting. One thing you did do though was to make my decision. If your action is representative of what Obama represents, I want no part of it. My vote will now go to McCain. I also think a letter to the FCC about this outrageous act is in order. If others feel outraged by this, I encourage you to write also. If this isn't absolute proof of media bias, I don't know what it would take. Find another viewer. And, I was a dedicated fan. Bye bye.
OMG! Has no one latched onto the mention of a spinoff in last night's episode?! Was that a hint as to what's to come? Gee'z, I hope so!
Jerry you took the words out of my mouth. Boston Legal has been a favorite show but last night to make it another Obama commercial was too much. only hope it made others change their mind about who to vote for.
I have been a dedicated fan since it first came on, but last nights was to much when you threw in the policital stuff. You just lost this fan.
Well, It's a shame that a show as good as yours cannot resist a political bent, as it did in the 11/3 ending....
You had kept it balanced now & then, but obviously pushed the script to Obama the day before elections....
Couldn't resist, Huh.... Shame!
I am independent, but always reject this kind of "promo" bias on either side, which is so evident with Hollywood.
I have been torn between watching BL and CSI Miami in that time slot....
The warm weather will now have my
viewing.... Maybe I'll see some BL on reruns.
My husband and I agree (there's a miracle), this show is the best on TV.
We'll miss you all! Great job, thanks!!!
Dear David, you used write a good show called Boston Legal - after the last 2 episodes I understand why it was cancelled. In fact, I'm done for the season and call it a wrap. Here's a tip. You're a good writer - write something that people will enjoy; not something you and your political beliefs employ. Calling the people that voted for McCain idiots is rude. Maybe it's time you hang up your pencil!
My wife and I have enjoyed Boston Legal from the first night it was broadcast. The last three shows have turned us away, made us mad and basically pissed us off. Leave your political views out of the show and especially three shows in a row. We won't know if you keep out the political views because we won't be watching anymore. We loved all the acting and the actors, but you have taken the laughter away. You all must think your pretty special and above the rest of us, but guess what, you are not, and to think we held you all in such high regard.
Don and Dian Peterson
First of all, calm down people, it's just a feakin TV show! Haven't you seen SNL lately? Everybody on TV is mudslinging the freakin politics OK? Lighten up! BL is the best show on TV, I love the political aspects of it, David E. Kelly is absolutely BRILLIANT!!!! Anyways, I am writing to David E. Kelly, so I will get to the point. I am eager to share a story with you for a possible future episode that only you can pull together for me. I realize this is the last season, & I may be too late, but it's worth a shot.
I am a certified addictions counselor & DUI evaluator from Southern IL. Due to the increasing problem on opiate addiction, I have done some studying/research on Methadone clinics & now Suboxone treatment clinics in which an opiate addict turns to these licensed clinics to get help in assisting them with their opiate addiction & withdrawal symptoms. What I have seen in the last few months is absolutely amazing as to how some of these methadone clinics (in my surrounding area anyway) still have their license to practice what THEY call "treatment". Methadone, when used along with outpatient counseling as well, should/could result in a positive outcome for those who suffer from opiate addiction, easing the pain of withdrawal symptoms, if the clinics conducted the treatment appropriately, the way it is supposed to be done. However, what I have seen from these clinics (in a few cases) is not so. They are only feeding their addiction & moving them on to the latent stages of addiction.
I had a client inform me that his brother has been a "pain pill addict" most of his life, which stemmed from an accident injury many years ago & he became addicted to his prescriptions. He sent his addicted brother to a methadone clinic to get help, the clinic starts him off with 100mg of methadone per day. This was 5 years ago. Today, he is still prescribed the same 100mg dosage! This is not what is supposed to be "treatment" & it outrages me, not to mention his family, they are furious because he has only regressed in his addiction & is now addicted to the methadone itself. Methadone is supposed to be used for a short period of time only, and the dosage is gradually reduced over time. Me, as a counselor, cannot treat someone in outpatient when this is an ongoing problem. Unfortunately, there is nothing I can do about this.
I can almost play this kind of episode in my head, the family of the addict, sueing the methadone clinic for everything they freakin have, & closing them down for investigation! With James Spader doing the closing summation of course! Love him!
Why has such a great show become a platform for the actors individual political views? I think it is a shame to treat public figures with such disrespect as they do. Being a Canadian and knowing that some of the cast are Canadian I am deeply ashamed that they lower themselves to the level they have. I wouldn't have voted for George Bush however I would never treat him with the level of disdain that you people do. I cannot continue to watch this show any longer.
This is one former fan who will not be watching the remainder of your episodes. Your treatment of the recent political campaign was rude and uninformed. Not to mention your degredation of women as sex objects. I hope you find 47% of your viewers tuning you off.
Totally agree with T.Brown 11/18/08
couldn't have said it better. I for one am glad that david e kelly has lost his own private soap box. Its a shame such good actors had to hook up with him
Boston Legal has been a TV treasure in our household; a treasure, that is, until now. Mr. David Kelley has inserted himself into the political arena and turned a once entertaining source into a soapbox for Barack Obama. Before crowning him, shouldn't you at least wait until his U.S. citizenship is affirmed?
Leave politics alone; deal with issues of national concern and deal with them fairly.
Definitely the best show on TV today. I love David E & Bill D.'s writing style. One of the few shows that makes you think every episode. I loved MASH, Murphy Brown, the Practice and now BL. It will be a very sad day when it is over this year! What will we be left with? Wipeout, Dancing with the Stars, The Bachelor? OMG! Whether you agree or disagree politically with the writers- at least they discuss the issues and bring them into the open for all America to see and to think about. I just wish other TV shows were as thoughtful! I am sooooo sick of labs solving cases in an hour with women who walk around in 3" spike heels and a guy who can't hold his head straight up! Thank-you BL for all your entertainment over the years and I really hope David K. will create another show so thoughtful and provoking!
I only started watching BL this Fall (2008), but am GREATLY impressed with Wm. Shattner. To be honest Mr. Shattner has never been one of my favorites, but in this series he has found his niche. He is fabulous in this role. He has the right look, and emits the right personality to represent the role he plays. He has made a convert in me. I used to leave the room when he came on. "Get 'er done" Willy!!!
Brilliant writing, casting, performances. THE best of television in 2008. I'm a senior citizen who grew up in the late 40s when TV first came into American homes. Sadly over the years television in America has truly become "a wasteland" until Boston Legal. It's entertaining and informative! Please continue writing, Mr. Kelley.
Sincerely,
A grandma of 5 grandchildren
P.S. many of my senior friends agree with me!
Thank you for your show on December 1, 2008, concerning Dimebon. I would like to think that the following information will be in your show next week - please.
DIMEBON WAS AN OVER-THE-COUNTER (OTC) MEDICATION IN RUSSIA FOR 20+ YEARS. DIMEBON MORALLY AND LEGALLY SHOULD CONTINUE TO BE AVAILABLE OTC OR BY PRESCRIPTION AT GENERIC DRUG COSTS BECAUSE IT HAS A PROVEN SAFETY RECORD having been sold OTC to all age groups in Russia since 1983. By precedent the Food and Drug Administration should approve Dimebon without the necessity of clinical trials because the safety of this drug is well established and because the potential benefits to people with dementia far out-weigh any potential risks.
Dimebon is a first generation antihistamine as is Benadryl which is a widely used OTC antihistamine in the US (PLEASE NOTE: the two are not interchangeable for improving symptoms of dementia). There are very few potential side- effects, the worst being dry mouth. This held true in the Russian clinical trials to establish the benefits of Dimebon in patients with dementia and in the presently active clinical trials in and out of the US. Dimebon was in the PUBLIC DOMAIN for 20+ years when it was realized by two US drug investigators that Dimebon caused statistically significant improvements over placebo in each of the five primary aspects of the disease -- memory, thinking, activities of daily living, behavior and overall clinical function. With this information in mind the rights to this drug were purchased by Medivation, a small California pharmaceutical interest. A US (use) Patent was granted in 2006 and since then clinical trials have begun in many locations in and out of the US. "Drug giant Pfizer Inc. has agreed to co-develop the experimental drug Dimebon, a potential treatment for Alzheimer's and Huntington's diseases, in a deal that will bring at least $225 million to Medivation...New York's Pfizer, could also pay as much as $500 million more if the companies clear hurdles such as regulatory approval for the drug. The news caused Medivation's stock to jump nearly 12 percent...Largecompanies are hungry for new products to replace their blockbuster ones that will soon face generic competition. Pfizer faces the expiration of exclusive rights to market... the cholesterol drug Lipitor and its own Alzheimer's drug, Aricept." (San Francisco Chronicle by Bernadette Tansey, 9/04/08). Pharmaceutical Companies deserve a fair profit and should recover their R&D but the profits they demand are wreaking our health care system in the US. In this particular instance they should not be able to take a medication from the public domain and make large profits for themselves and their stock holders at the expense of a public in need.
NOTE: Obama's health care plan includes...removing patent protection for pharmaceuticals...(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/
Political_positions_of_Barack_Obama)
This could be a great opportunity for President-elect Obama. The
Just wanted to say I am sorry to see BL end. I am a 50+ yr old and the show brought me joy and a since of belonging to a great family of friends. My best wishes to everyone at the show and i wish there was a chance to have kept it going.
omg I love Boston Legal. There are, so many great actor's and the writer's are excellent. I can't believe their taking it off! Why, Why, Why? There's nothing that can compare to this TV series and I mean that!Everyone of you will be missed, so much. I still can't believe this!
Boston Legal is the best show. It can not be over!! It has to come back for the fall of 09! It one show that is truly entertaining and enjoyable! My wife and older kids all watch it together. Everyone we know likes it, so how can it be over!!!!!!????
Without Boston Legal, there remains no other weekly series that brilliantly presents both sides of current issues and topics. B.L. will be missed. Mark
I am so sad Boston Legal will no longer be aired. Why in the world did ABC take Boston Legal off the air? It is/was the best program on TV! It tackled important political and human issues and provided excellent acting and entertainment. I would really appreciate knowing why it is no longer a series. Can anyone explain this? ABC, are you nuts?
I will miss BL so much it actually hurts knowing last night was the last show. I have watched it since it's inception which grew from The Practice and then became it's own entity. I am always amazed each week to see what David Kelly has in store for the show and characters and how he created them to not only hold our attention but to allow us to fall in love with them as people and be a part of their victories, their antics, their losses. The series has been a win for me and those I have told about this wonderful show and the relationships depicted each week but the last show is definitely my loss as well as all those who have also been a member of the quirky family known as BL...Bye Alan and Denny....
I loved all the shows. Brilliant acting and brilliant writing. THis last show was absolutely Fantastic . So well acted and so well done. What a pleasure to see Television at it's best. David Kelly you really took chances last night and it all worked. There should be lots of nominations for an emmy next year. I am sad to see this show go but what a send off!!!!!!!!!!
It all caught me by surprise. I'm am so disappointed and so upset that once again we are seeing the end of a good show that will in all probability be replaced by a dozen flops before they hit on another one. Are you sure this can't be resurrected, maybe not with ABC but what about on ION? What a tragedy, Bonanza, Little House on the Prairie, Gun Smoke, Mash, Carol Burnette Show, and now Boston Legal. Please reconsider, please keep crankin' them out or do a spin off like was suggested on your last show with Spader and Shatner. I am currently catching every episode on the DVR that comes out on ION. Don't limit us to such a short duration.
Love your work, Love the show!
In my comment I did neglect to mention what amazing writing and just as amazing the delivery by the characters. It was a show that made me think every week and gave me many days of interesting discussions based on the shows up to date topics and humor. All that is left are such ridiculous shows like Bachelor, The Reality shows and anything that appeals to anyone under 25. What will I watch now. Help David and James and Candace and William, don't leave me with only these ill written shows that do not even begin to touch on my as well as others imagination and intelligence.
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I'm shocked that ABC cancelled the show - it's certainly one, if not the best show on TV. (perhaps too liberal politically for those in charge?)Is there any effort being launched to get ABC to reconsider - like the fans of Designing Women accomplished? If not, any plans to encourage another network to pick it up? I'd like to participate.
2008,in season5 08, I do not like this one, David E. Kelley is stupid here, he do not know why Chinese want boys. And I suggest he to make some deep research before writing. The truth is that little girl never minds she baby is a boy or girl. It just like a cow wants some wine.
It is a sad week with no Boston Legal. Everyone I talk to watched this show is really unhappy that it is off the air. It was so original and so entertaining and now there are very few fabulous shows left. I love it that David Kelly went out on a limb and took chances with the things that he wrote.Brilliant writing and a brilliant cast and we need to get this show back on somehow someway.
My husband and I have watched BL for years and am very upset to hear that they have cancelled one of the best shows of today. I'm so sick of reality shows I could ... Please continue this outstanding show!!! I'm just about ready to turn the TV off! What good is HD TV if there is nothing but garbage on! Please put BL back on the air with new shows!!!
I started watching boston legal a few months ago.I loved the show but recently the show has turned political with the emphasis on liberal, bash America themes. Did cbs not learn anything with Dan Rather bit??? Just what are the producers trying to do with this kind of programming? I for one have watched my last show on cbs. I am sure there many more like me, it would stand to reason that that kind of bias would alienate a good share of people, do they just not care? Or,will they just do anything to get their left wing point accross?
I had turned away and was burnt out from courtroom 'law&order', never watched the Practice,so I moved to the CSI stuff. But I just watched an episode of BL, and I'm loving it. Of course, Shatner & Candice are great, but all the guess & situations are active, funny, and identifiable. It's on WGN here. Guess, I'll have to buy the season packs to get the beginning-end.rsp
I miss BL so much, it was one of the greatest TV show ! i couldn't believe that it ends at season 5 ~~~~ It's sad! Would ABC reconsider for another season please ?? we really miss it !
Boston Legal is one of the most OUTSTANDING TV shows. The characters are terrific. I'm begging the writer's and ABC to give us more. Tuesday and Wednesday can't get here fast enough for me now.
Fabulous, entertaining and I love all of the stars in it, they truly make the show.
It is a shame that a show like BL will no longer be on TV. Please consider another season!!
This was one of a kind. Thank you for all the great time you have given all!!!
I luuuuuuuuurve Boston Legal and every one of the characters is appealing in their own quirky fashion!!!
How on earth could the network not continue with the best show on TV for many, many years. The main characters are equally superb and could stand alone in any spin-off programmes.
Come on networks, come to your senses.
Hi There from England. We only have one episode left to see this Friday. I for one will be very sad as I think this has been one of your best exports for some time. the cast is fantastic and the writing sharp, thoughtful and witty. If you can swing a spinoff I know that myself and my friends would watch. Thanks for the good times, all the best
Ann Woods
Hi there - another visitor from England and I cant be believe its all over!!! We saved the last episode so we could savour it with no interuptions, but Friday nights will never be the same.
Boston Legal was the warmest, funiest show ever and there wasnt a single episode we didnt love. It was never shown on the prime-time channels here but we stumbled across it early on and never missed an episode. William Shatner was a revelation in the part of his life, and the final series characters were the very best of all. It was a hoot... thats what it was.
i loved boston legal.im not a big fan of american comedy but this is the best tv i have watched in a long time.im gutted that its been axed
I came late to the series but it hooked me straight away with its treatment of serious issues, sense of humor and various submotifs. Terrific production values. It is the first program in decades for which I wanted to write.
Great work, David Kelley.
I was just watching a Boston Legal re-run. It was such a great show and I still miss seeing it. Someone made a big mistake taking this fantastic show off the air!
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